The Secret Meanings Behind Emojis and Acronyms That Parents Need to Know

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There are secret meanings behind emojis that parents should know about. The Australian Federal Police (AFP) updated its official list of emojis and acronyms that parents need to be aware of.

“Some have double meanings that may seem trivial yet can be quite alarming.”For instance, the devil emoji “could be a sign your child is engaging in sexual activity online.”

These are the acronyms that can compromise a child’s safety

Code 9 or CD9: Parents are around

DM;HS: Doesn’t matter; had sex.

GNOC: Get naked on camera

NP4NP: Naked pic for naked pic

Rule 34: Any topic can be made into pornographic content

1174: Nude club 

LMIRL: Let’s meet in real life. 

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Sexual offenders are among those using these codes, banking on the fact parents won’t be in the loop.