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===Talking to Your Parents=== | ===Talking to Your Parents=== | ||
| − | #Know that you must be 13 or older to have Instagram. Unfortunately, if you are under the age of 13 it is a violation of the Instagram Terms of Service to be on the app. It will not only be harder to get online, it will be difficult to convince your parents that an account is a good idea.<ref>http://internet-safety.yoursphere.com/2012/02/instagram-is-it-okay-for-kids-what-parents-need-to-know/</ref> | + | #Know that you must be 13 or older to have Instagram. Unfortunately, if you are under the age of 13 it is a violation of the Instagram Terms of Service to be on the app. It will not only be harder to get online, it will be difficult to convince your parents that an account is a good idea.<ref name="rf1">http://internet-safety.yoursphere.com/2012/02/instagram-is-it-okay-for-kids-what-parents-need-to-know/</ref> |
#Find a time to talk to them when they are in a good mood. Don't talk to them whenever they're busy, or worried, or when dealing with one of your siblings. If you catch them in a good mood they will be much more likely to let you on Instagram. Some good times to consider are: | #Find a time to talk to them when they are in a good mood. Don't talk to them whenever they're busy, or worried, or when dealing with one of your siblings. If you catch them in a good mood they will be much more likely to let you on Instagram. Some good times to consider are: | ||
#*After dinner | #*After dinner | ||
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#*Users can follow their friends to see their pictures on a photo reel. | #*Users can follow their friends to see their pictures on a photo reel. | ||
#*While you can like and comment on photos, there is no "chat-room" function on Instagram. | #*While you can like and comment on photos, there is no "chat-room" function on Instagram. | ||
| − | #*You do not need to provide any personal information, other than a private email address, to join.<ref>http://www.polyvore.com/how_to_convince_your_parents/set?id=75067055</ref> | + | #*You do not need to provide any personal information, other than a private email address, to join.<ref name="rf2">http://www.polyvore.com/how_to_convince_your_parents/set?id=75067055</ref> |
#Tell your parents why you want to be on Instagram. Think of a reason why you want to get on Instagram other than "everyone else has one." If you can show your parents how Instagram will benefit your life and creativity then they will be much more likely to let you get an account. Luckily, because Instagram is a photography site, it is easy to show your parents the benefits of the site: | #Tell your parents why you want to be on Instagram. Think of a reason why you want to get on Instagram other than "everyone else has one." If you can show your parents how Instagram will benefit your life and creativity then they will be much more likely to let you get an account. Luckily, because Instagram is a photography site, it is easy to show your parents the benefits of the site: | ||
#*You want to practice photography. | #*You want to practice photography. | ||
#*You want to explore famous photographers and locations. | #*You want to explore famous photographers and locations. | ||
| − | #*You and your friends capture and share special moments together online.<ref>https://fbcdn-dragon-a.akamaihd.net/hphotos-ak-xpf1/t39.2365-6/10734306_318559128351623_672093189_n.pdf</ref> | + | #*You and your friends capture and share special moments together online.<ref name="rf3">https://fbcdn-dragon-a.akamaihd.net/hphotos-ak-xpf1/t39.2365-6/10734306_318559128351623_672093189_n.pdf</ref> |
#Emphasize the creative aspects of Instagram. Instagram is an inherently creative app -- you get to take photos and edit the brightness, contrast, saturation, cropping, filter effects, and much more. This makes it different from other, more gossipy social media sites, and you should remind your parents of these differences. | #Emphasize the creative aspects of Instagram. Instagram is an inherently creative app -- you get to take photos and edit the brightness, contrast, saturation, cropping, filter effects, and much more. This makes it different from other, more gossipy social media sites, and you should remind your parents of these differences. | ||
#*Show them professional accounts, like National Geographic or the Food Network, that match up to your interests. There is incredible art and photography on Instagram that your parents may not be aware of. | #*Show them professional accounts, like National Geographic or the Food Network, that match up to your interests. There is incredible art and photography on Instagram that your parents may not be aware of. | ||
#Share and discuss Instagram's Parental Guide. Knowing that this conversation is taking place in living rooms across the world, [https://fbcdn-dragon-a.akamaihd.net/hphotos-ak-xpf1/t39.2365-6/10734306_318559128351623_672093189_n.pdf Instagram has put together a helpful guide for parents to help them and their children navigate the service.] The guide discusses what Instagram is, ways to fight common concerns, and the potential pros and cons of the app. | #Share and discuss Instagram's Parental Guide. Knowing that this conversation is taking place in living rooms across the world, [https://fbcdn-dragon-a.akamaihd.net/hphotos-ak-xpf1/t39.2365-6/10734306_318559128351623_672093189_n.pdf Instagram has put together a helpful guide for parents to help them and their children navigate the service.] The guide discusses what Instagram is, ways to fight common concerns, and the potential pros and cons of the app. | ||
| − | #*You can find the guide in multiple languages through the [https://help.instagram.com/ Instagram Help Center] → Privacy & Safety Center → Tips for Parents.<ref>https://help.instagram.com/</ref> | + | #*You can find the guide in multiple languages through the [https://help.instagram.com/ Instagram Help Center] → Privacy & Safety Center → Tips for Parents.<ref name="rf4">https://help.instagram.com/</ref> |
#Help your parents start their own account. Help them set up an account and let them follow you, which lets them feel like they can be a part of your Instagram and eases their concerns. Many parents won't want to be on Instagram anyway, but this step shows them that you are willing to compromise and have nothing to hide. | #Help your parents start their own account. Help them set up an account and let them follow you, which lets them feel like they can be a part of your Instagram and eases their concerns. Many parents won't want to be on Instagram anyway, but this step shows them that you are willing to compromise and have nothing to hide. | ||
| − | #*This is also a great way to show parents how simple Instagram is to use, which may help them feel more comfortable with the app.<ref>http://michelleinthemiddle.com/instagram/</ref> | + | #*This is also a great way to show parents how simple Instagram is to use, which may help them feel more comfortable with the app.<ref name="rf5">http://michelleinthemiddle.com/instagram/</ref> |
| − | #Have a discussion, not an argument. Coming into this talk prepared for a fight will just make your parents less likely to see your side of things. Look them in the eyes and invite them to ask you questions. If they feel like you are reasonable and responsible then Instagram will seem reasonable and responsible as a result.<ref>http://classroom.synonym.com/change-parents-mind-21534.html</ref> | + | #Have a discussion, not an argument. Coming into this talk prepared for a fight will just make your parents less likely to see your side of things. Look them in the eyes and invite them to ask you questions. If they feel like you are reasonable and responsible then Instagram will seem reasonable and responsible as a result.<ref name="rf6">http://classroom.synonym.com/change-parents-mind-21534.html</ref> |
#*Make eye contact. | #*Make eye contact. | ||
#*Keep your voice calm and collected. | #*Keep your voice calm and collected. | ||
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#*Anyone can anonymously flag rude, offensive, or explicit content for removal. | #*Anyone can anonymously flag rude, offensive, or explicit content for removal. | ||
#*You do not need to give your real name or contact information on Instagram. | #*You do not need to give your real name or contact information on Instagram. | ||
| − | #*[[Avoid the Potential Risks of Geotagging|Geotagging, which attaches your location to your photos, can be turned off in "Settings."]]<ref>http://classroom.synonym.com/ways-convince-parents-let-instagram-account-10545.html</ref> | + | #*[[Avoid the Potential Risks of Geotagging|Geotagging, which attaches your location to your photos, can be turned off in "Settings."]]<ref name="rf7">http://classroom.synonym.com/ways-convince-parents-let-instagram-account-10545.html</ref> |
| − | #Show your responsibility around the house. Let your parents see that you are mature enough to handle the responsibility of an Instagram account. This includes doing your chores and homework on time, listening to their requests, treating your siblings with respect every day.<ref>http://askchauntel.com/2014/07/07/how-to-convince-your-parents-to-let-you-have-an-instagram/</ref> | + | #Show your responsibility around the house. Let your parents see that you are mature enough to handle the responsibility of an Instagram account. This includes doing your chores and homework on time, listening to their requests, treating your siblings with respect every day.<ref name="rf8">http://askchauntel.com/2014/07/07/how-to-convince-your-parents-to-let-you-have-an-instagram/</ref> |
#*Remember, however, that if you are only doing this to "trick" them into letting you on Instagram you'll likely lose your account the minute you stop being responsible. To get their blessing you need to be respectful every day | #*Remember, however, that if you are only doing this to "trick" them into letting you on Instagram you'll likely lose your account the minute you stop being responsible. To get their blessing you need to be respectful every day | ||
#Promise that you'll keep your account private. Private accounts have a lot of benefits that keep you off of search engines and let you control who sees your photos. This is often enough to convince you parents that Instagram is a safe place for you online. As opposed to public accounts, private accounts: | #Promise that you'll keep your account private. Private accounts have a lot of benefits that keep you off of search engines and let you control who sees your photos. This is often enough to convince you parents that Instagram is a safe place for you online. As opposed to public accounts, private accounts: | ||
#*Allow you to accept or deny any new followers. | #*Allow you to accept or deny any new followers. | ||
#*Removes you from search engine results. | #*Removes you from search engine results. | ||
| − | #*Hides your information and photos from anyone you have not cleared already.<ref>https://help.instagram.com/448523408565555</ref> | + | #*Hides your information and photos from anyone you have not cleared already.<ref name="rf9">https://help.instagram.com/448523408565555</ref> |
| − | #Offer to share your password with your parents, as long as they agree not to post anything. This assures your parents that there is nothing lewd or explicit going on behind their backs. While it may feel weird to "share" your account with your parents, this is a great way to compromise if they still won't let you on.<ref | + | #Offer to share your password with your parents, as long as they agree not to post anything. This assures your parents that there is nothing lewd or explicit going on behind their backs. While it may feel weird to "share" your account with your parents, this is a great way to compromise if they still won't let you on.<ref name="rf5" /> |
#*Set up your account together, which lets them see the app first-hand. | #*Set up your account together, which lets them see the app first-hand. | ||
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#*Ask them to help pick a filter every now and then. | #*Ask them to help pick a filter every now and then. | ||
#*Take a "family selfie" with them on vacation or at a cool location. | #*Take a "family selfie" with them on vacation or at a cool location. | ||
| − | #Let your parents know when you are making changes to your account. If you've shown that you can be responsible with an account for 3-6 months, politely let you parents know that you are making your account public to gain more followers. If you parents find out about these changes before you tell them, they may feel like their trust has been violated and will overreact, potentially cutting your account.<ref | + | #Let your parents know when you are making changes to your account. If you've shown that you can be responsible with an account for 3-6 months, politely let you parents know that you are making your account public to gain more followers. If you parents find out about these changes before you tell them, they may feel like their trust has been violated and will overreact, potentially cutting your account.<ref name="rf3" /> |
#Avoid making Instagram the center of your life. Instagram is an extension of your social life, not your entire life, so don't give your parents the impression that all you do is look at your phone. This is not only important for them, but for you. After all, it is hard to take great photos if you are looking at a screen all day. | #Avoid making Instagram the center of your life. Instagram is an extension of your social life, not your entire life, so don't give your parents the impression that all you do is look at your phone. This is not only important for them, but for you. After all, it is hard to take great photos if you are looking at a screen all day. | ||
| − | #*Effective Instagram accounts post 1-3 pictures a day, not 100.<ref>https://blog.bufferapp.com/how-often-post-social-media</ref> | + | #*Effective Instagram accounts post 1-3 pictures a day, not 100.<ref name="rf10">https://blog.bufferapp.com/how-often-post-social-media</ref> |
== Tips == | == Tips == | ||
