Category: Staying Safe Online
You got a login alert — what to do next
An email or text message arrived saying someone just signed into your account. The alert might say it came from a city you have never been to, a…
What Is Phishing and How Do You Spot It?
Phishing is when someone pretends to be a trusted organisation in order to get you to hand over information — passwords, bank details, personal information — or to…
Setting up two-factor authentication
You have just noticed a warning that a recent login to your online banking or email was from a new device. The alert suggests that someone else might…
How to spot a scam message
You have just opened a message that claims your bank account is in danger, and the text urges you to act immediately. The screen shows a familiar logo,…
How to Create a Strong Password You Can Actually Remember
Most people know they should use strong passwords, but few people actually do. The reason is simple: strong passwords are usually impossible to remember, so people end up…
Setting up a password manager
You have several online accounts, each protected by a password you created years ago. Over time you have started using the same password for multiple services because remembering…
What Is a VPN and Do You Actually Need One?
VPN stands for virtual private network. You have probably seen adverts for them on YouTube or heard them mentioned on podcasts. The claims vary from modest to dramatic.…
How to Tell If a Website Is Safe Before You Click
Not every website on the internet is trustworthy. Some are designed to steal your information, install unwanted software, or trick you into paying for things you do not…
How to Stop Getting Spam Emails (Steps That Actually Work)
Spam email is a permanent feature of modern life, but the volume hitting your inbox is not fixed. A few habits and settings reduce it significantly. Here is…
How to Tell If Your Phone Has Been Hacked
The word “hacked” sounds dramatic, but phone security issues are more common than most people realise — and they do not always come with obvious warning signs. Knowing…
How to Shop Online Safely Without Getting Caught Out
Online shopping has made buying things very convenient, but it also means your personal and payment details are being sent over the internet. There are a few simple…
What to Do When You’ve Forgotten Your Password
Losing access to an account because you’ve forgotten the password is frustrating. It happens to almost everyone. The good news is that most websites and apps make it…
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