Why we need a safer internet

Do you feel like you have a choice in what content is shown to you?

Yes
No
Maybe

Do you think social media companies should prioritise the safety of their users over their profits?

Yes
No
Maybe

Do you think it's ok that social media platforms decide what people see?

For example based on your age, gender, sexuality - instead of just the content you’ve said you’re interested in

Yes
No
Maybe

How concerned are you about the role social media is playing in the manipulation of people's thinking, the disruption of communities, and the polarisation of news, information & debate?

Very concerned
A little concerned
Not concerned

Do you agree with the proposal to turn off the ‘recommender system’ on video sharing platforms?*

Recommender systems are algorithms designed to send you content aimed at increasing your engagement and time spent on the platform.

Yes
No
Maybe

Can you share any experience you have about yourself or someone in your life being targeted with videos or content that swayed their opinion or caused them harm?

Eg a teenage son seeing lots of Andrew Tate videos, a daughter/sister/friend getting weight loss videos, a friend believing that Covid wasn't real, or that people coming to live in their community are dangerous?

Why we need a safer internet

Survey time: 5 minutes