LESSON

Personally Identifiable Information

What is personally identifiable information, and how can I protect it?

In a world where kids share everything from lunch photos to dance moves online, knowing what information to keep private is a digital superpower! This lesson helps students identify personal information, understand how it travels across the internet, and discover smart strategies to protect their digital identity.

Objectives

Understand what personally identifiable information (PII) is
Identify PII in real situations
Understand why it's important to protect personal information

Vocabulary

Personally Identifiable Information (PII)

Personally Identifiable Information (PII) – any information that can be used to identify someone, like full names, addresses, phone numbers, email addresses, or even photos