UpNorthLive's Facebook fans voted to hear more on how to protect their children when it comes to logging onto "Dear Santa" websites.

The Better Business Bureau recommends adults check the privacy policy twice when it comes to "Dear Santa" websites.  More than 60 domain names have been registered in the name of Santa Claus.  The websites offer children a wide range of opportunities to email St. Nick, but some of the websites aren't always trustworthy and can be potentially dangerous.

The BBB is asking parents to do their homework before letting their child write to Santa this holiday season.  It's important for adults to carefully review the site to determine who is asking for the information, how it will be used and whether it will be shared with third parties.

According to the Children's Advertising Review Unit (CARU), all websites directed to children - or websites designed with a special children's section - should have a privacy policy that explains the site's information collection practices.  The privacy policy should include the name of the company and the company's complete contact information.

It should also state whether the company shares information with third parties, including advertisers, and whether the company publically discloses information or retains information for any future purpose.

CARU offers the following 'Dear Santa' site safety tips:

Check to see what they want you to hand over.  Websites directed to children should not ask a child to disclose more information than is reasonably necessary to participate in the activity.  A first name and email address, for instance.

Limit the personal information children share with Santa and omit physical address.  In many cases, there really shouldn't be a need to share this information.  Especially since Santa already knows where all the children live.

Check websites for unwelcome content. Some sites are geared toward adults and may contain language or advertising adults may not want children to see.

Check the links. Since hyperlinks can allow children to move seamlessly from one site to another, investigate the hyperlinks to make sure children don't access inappropriate content.

Parents who are concerned about the safety of specific child-directed websites and advertising can file a complaint by clicking here.

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