The internet is a safe place to explore and enjoy, provided you know how to make safe decisions.
Avoiding internet scams:
Here’s a simple way to think of making safe choices online: if you wouldn’t do something in your everyday life, avoid doing it on the internet.
If a stranger asks for personal information, like bank account or credit card details, ask yourself if you would give it to them if you weren’t online. Check things come from a reliable source, and if in any doubt, always choose what you feel is the safest option.
Creating secure passwords:
For some activities, you’ll be asked to set up a ‘Username’ and password to be allowed to use them. Creating a password that’s hard to guess helps keep your information safe.
To create a secure password:
• Use at least eight characters.
• Mix numbers and letters (including upper and lower-case).
• Change your password every 1-3 months.
To learn more about safe internet use, see our page on cyber safety.
