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Go online and take notes on information about how to protect yourself from scams and identity theft. This information will be essential when it comes time to discuss the possibility of getting a Facebook account. Look for apps and firewall software that will monitor risky activity on your computer to prevent viruses and malware. Your parents may want additional protection if they agree to let you use social media. You have to be at least 13 years old to create a Facebook Account. This limit may be different in certain countries. Before you talk to your parents about getting a Facebook account, jot down all of the reasons that you want to make a profile on a piece of paper. Consider which reasons your parents are likely to agree with, and focus on those. Write out a few points that you can make when talking to your parents.  “Because it’s fun” or “I want one” are not good reasons for getting a profile. Think about the features that you plan on using and focus on those. “I need a Facebook account to remember birthdays,” “I want to talk to my friends outside of school,” and “I can be invited to important events” are all valid reasons for wanting a Facebook profile. Facebook may have a reputation as a waste of time, but there are plenty of valid reasons to get a Facebook page. When building an argument, focus on how easy Facebook makes it easy to talk to people that you would otherwise lose touch with. If you have family members on Facebook, say that you want to get closer to them. If you’re almost at the age where you can get a job, point out that Facebook is an excellent way to network and learn about new opportunities. Your parents may not know that Facebook is used as a networking site. Find a public Facebook group that focuses on job hunting. Show it to them, and explain that Facebook can serve as a positive tool if you use it correctly. before presenting your argument. One of the worst things that you can do is get up in front of your parents without having practiced your speech. Once you’ve identified some reasons that you should have a Facebook, practice explaining them out loud in your room. Look at yourself in a mirror as you speak to see how your body language is influencing your argument. Practicing your presentation is a good way to figure out which arguments you feel confident about, which can give you a clue about where to start your speech. Your parents are likely going to raise concerns about your privacy and safety when you’re online. To respond to this counterargument, explain to them that you can block strangers on Facebook. You can also change your privacy settings to keep people from finding you in searches. Your parents may not know about the privacy features on Facebook. Don’t assume that they know how to change them, even if they have profiles themselves.

Summary:
Research internet safety and Facebook policies. Make a list of all of the reasons that you want a Facebook account. Focus on the benefits of getting a Facebook profile. Practice your pitch Find out how to block strangers from contacting you.