INHOPE is a global network uniting internet hotlines dedicated to combatting illegal online content. Hungary’s Internet Hotline has been a member of this association since 2012, marking 13 years of active cooperation. The primary mission of the organisation and its members is to fight against the online sexual abuse and exploitation of children and facilitate the removal of child sexual abuse material (CSAM) from the internet.

To achieve these goals, member hotlines work in close collaboration with law enforcement agencies and liaise with online service providers to ensure the swift takedown of illegal content.

The Internet Hotline has also reported on INHOPE’s 2024 achievements: a record-breaking 2.5 million child sexual abuse materials were flagged for removal worldwide over the past year.

Beyond content takedown, the international network places strong emphasis on digital safety education. As part of this effort, INHOPE published its guide titled “Stronger Together – Digital Literacy Guide”.

This concise and easy-to-navigate resource offers clear, actionable advice for enhancing online safety. Readers are introduced to key settings for secure device and internet use, and receive practical guidance on implementing these configurations. The guide covers a broad spectrum of online interactions, from AI-generated content and online gaming to phishing attempts.

To raise awareness among children and adolescents, the guide specifically addresses topics such as sexting and establishing online relationships with strangers, and outlines the avenues available for seeking help. The Hungarian translation, prepared by the Internet Hotline, also includes information on where individuals can turn to for assistance in Hungary and presents the NMHH’s educational publications on digital literacy and digital child protection.

Publishing the Hungarian version of the guide has been a priority for the Internet Hotline, as public education on online threats is a cornerstone of its preventive efforts. Thanks to its clear language and timely subject matter, the publication is highly recommended for both parents and professionals also. It can serve as a useful conversation starter with children or can be easily incorporated into classroom activities, thereby supporting school-based prevention initiatives.

The original English, the Greek and the Hungarian editions of the “Stronger Together – Digital Literacy Guide” are available at the following link: https://inhope.org/EN/articles/the-inhope-digital-literacy-guide