E-Guardian Launches 'EG SNS Literacy' e-Learning to Enhance SNS Literacy for Students, Parents, and School Staff

E-Guardian Co., Ltd. (Headquarters: Minato-ku, Tokyo; President and CEO: Yasuhisa Takaya; hereinafter 'E-Guardian') announces the launch of 'EG SNS Literacy,' an e-learning program designed to enhance social media literacy among students, parents, and school staff. The program aims to help users correctly understand the risks associated with SNS usage and develop appropriate digital behaviors.

As a comprehensive cybersecurity company, E-Guardian supports a wide range of internet safety initiatives, including post monitoring, identity verification, ad review, social listening, and cybersecurity. In response to the rapid advancement of generative AI technologies, the company is also actively developing AI-driven IT solutions. With extensive experience in corporate SNS management and crisis response, E-Guardian has applied its field-tested expertise to promote SNS literacy in educational settings.

Background and Objectives of the Service

Internet usage among youth continues to rise annually※1, leading to an increase in unintended online controversies, misinformation spread, unauthorized use of copyrighted material, and reported cases of cyberbullying※2. During long school breaks such as summer and winter holidays, students have more free time and increased exposure to social media, significantly raising the risk of online incidents. Additionally, there is a growing number of cases involving inappropriate posts by parents about schools or unprofessional content shared by educators, highlighting the need for improved digital literacy among adults. As a result, comprehensive digital literacy education for both schools and families has become increasingly urgent.

In response, E-Guardian has launched 'EG SNS Literacy,' an e-learning service designed to equip students, parents, and staff with accurate knowledge—especially during key moments such as school enrollment or before extended breaks—enabling entire school communities to engage with social media responsibly.

This service integrates with 'Academy Risk Shield,' E-Guardian’s recently launched SNS monitoring system for schools, minimizing staff workload while providing end-to-end support from preventive education to early detection and post-incident response, thereby strengthening overall safety across educational institutions.

※1 Ministry of Children and Families, 'FY2025 Survey on the Actual Conditions of Youth Internet Usage (Preliminary Results)'

※2 Ministry of Education, Culture, Sports, Science and Technology, 'Survey on Student Behavioral Issues, School Refusal, and Other Student Guidance Challenges'

Three Key Features of EG SNS Literacy

'EG SNS Literacy' is an e-learning program developed based on E-Guardian’s expertise as a professional online monitoring provider and its extensive database of real-world incident cases. The program breaks down common SNS-related risks into 10 thematic modules, explained through engaging video content.

1. Comprehensive Coverage from Three Perspectives: Students, Parents, and Educators

The curriculum covers topics relevant not only to students but also to parents and school staff, who may also become involved in online incidents. By addressing each stakeholder group’s unique perspective, the program enables deep understanding of how online issues affect the broader community. This shared awareness fosters consistent risk perception between schools and families, aligning educational guidance with household rules.

2. A Structured 3-Step Approach to Risk Learning—Beyond Rule Memorization

Each module follows a three-step framework based on real incidents: ① Why did the incident occur? (Root causes), ② Who was affected and how? (Impact on others), and ③ How could it have been prevented? (Practical avoidance strategies). This approach prevents rote memorization of rules like 'X is prohibited,' instead promoting structural understanding of cause-and-effect relationships. Learners develop a personal sense of responsibility and practical judgment to proactively avoid risks in daily life.

3. Addresses the Latest Trends and Emerging Risks, Including Generative AI and Secondary Account Detection

The curriculum includes contemporary issues such as 'identity exposure through multiple account linkage' and 'copyright of generative AI content'—challenges currently facing students, educators, and schools. This enables the prevention of modern pitfalls such as unintentional digital copyright infringement or unintended exposure of hidden accounts, which traditional digital literacy programs often overlook.

Ten Risk Themes Covered in the Program

Each theme features video lessons based on real incidents, with titles designed to engage learners by making the content personally relevant.

※ Themes and titles are subject to change during development. ※ The first half of the modules will be available starting today, with additional content rolled out as it becomes ready.

Future Outlook

With the launch of this service, E-Guardian will intensify its security support initiatives in the education sector. Leveraging real-time monitoring data and practical know-how from its core business, the company aims to deliver unique, field-tested educational solutions unmatched by competitors.

Going forward, E-Guardian will combine this educational content with existing services like the 'Academy Risk Shield' SNS monitoring system to offer a comprehensive, end-to-end solution—from preventive literacy education to AI-powered early detection of hidden risks and post-incident response.

The company plans to expand distribution to approximately 35,000 schools nationwide and local board of education offices, aiming to establish a new standard for SNS safety in schools—one that ensures robust protection without increasing staff workload. This initiative will further strengthen efforts to create a secure digital environment where both schools and families can confidently engage with the digital world.

Related Article: Academy Risk Shield Development

【Service Overview】

Service Name: EG SNS Literacy (SNS Literacy Enhancement e-Learning)

Content: Video-based e-learning covering 10 key risk topics, including online controversies and misinformation

Target Audience: Students (children and youth), parents, and school staff

Delivery Model: One-time purchase of video content

※ Customized quotations available based on school size and number of users. For details, please contact us.

Details URL: https://www.e-guardian.co.jp/service/consulting/eg-sns-literacy

【E-Guardian Group Overview】

Founded in 1998, listed on the Tokyo Stock Exchange First Section in 2016, and moved to the Prime Market in 2022. E-Guardian is a comprehensive cybersecurity company offering end-to-end services including online patrol, customer support, debugging, and vulnerability assessment. The group operates 19 bases across 8 domestic and 3 international cities, including partners, forming one of the largest industry networks. The company is actively involved in service development for Fintech and IoT sectors, promoting digital transformation through AI and IT, and expanding cybersecurity-related services to safeguard the internet’s safety and reliability.