10/16/2026
She thought she was just making a friend online… but she was actually talking to an adult who had dangerous intentions.
Online grooming happens when an adult builds trust with a minor through the internet, often pretending to be a friend or someone who genuinely cares about them. What starts as an innocent conversation can slowly turn into manipulation, secrecy, and exploitation.
Not every stranger online is who they claim to be. Stay safe and recognize the warning signs.