// ONLINE SAFETY
Staying safe online, made simple
You don’t need to be technical to stay safe online — just a few good habits and somewhere friendly to turn. Learn the threats, test yourself, and pick up the simple wins below.
- ● Plain English
- ● For all ages
- ● Where to get help
// LEARN THE THREATS
Know what to look out for
A quick, calm explanation of each — see them all on our cyber threats page.
Phishing
Phishing emails
The fake emails that try to hook you — and how to spot them.
Learn more →Scam texts & calls
Smishing & vishing
Scam texts and phone calls, and the tell-tale signs.
Learn more →Scams
Online scams
The most common online scams and how to avoid them.
Learn more →Ransomware
Ransomware
What it is, and how to protect your files from being held to ransom.
Learn more →Viruses
Malware & viruses
How devices get infected — and how to stay clean.
Learn more →Identity
Identity theft
How your identity gets stolen, and how to protect it.
Learn more →// TEST YOURSELF & TAKE ACTION
Simple things you can do today
Quiz
Spot the Scam
Can you tell a scam from the real thing? Take the 6-round quiz.
Take the quiz →Tool
Password checker
Test your password and get a strong, memorable one — privately.
Check it →Guide
Set up 2FA
Turn on two-factor authentication, in plain English.
How to →Checklist
Cybersecurity checklist
Ten practical steps to protect yourself — print it out.
Get the list →Tool
IT Health Check
Get an instant security score and action plan — no sign-up.
Check your score →Guide
Using AI safely
Get value from AI tools without the risks.
Read the guide →/ QUICK WINS
The habits that keep you safe
You don’t have to do everything at once. Even a couple of these makes you much harder to catch out.
- Use strong, unique passwords (or three random words)
- Turn on two-factor authentication
- Keep your devices and apps updated
- Back up anything precious
- Think before you click links or attachments
- When in doubt, ask us — ‘is this safe?’
// HELP & WHERE TO REPORT
Trusted help, any time
Already been caught out?
Follow our calm, step-by-step guide on what to do if you’ve been scammed.
Report a scam
Forward scam texts to 7726, scam emails to report@phishing.gov.uk, and report fraud to Action Fraud on 0300 123 2040.
Trusted advice
The UK’s NCSC and Get Safe Online have free, plain-English help.
// GOOD QUESTIONS
Frequently asked
How do I stay safe online?
The basics go a long way: strong unique passwords, two-factor authentication, keeping devices updated, backing up your data, and pausing before you click. Our quick-wins above and checklist walk you through it.
What should I do if I think I’ve been scammed?
Don’t panic — act fast. Call your bank on 159, report it, and secure your accounts. Our step-by-step guide covers exactly what to do.
Is antivirus enough on its own?
It’s an important layer, but not the whole answer. Strong passwords, 2FA, updates, backups and a healthy dose of caution matter just as much. We bring it all together in managed cybersecurity.
// FREE TOOLS
Free tools to stay safe
Take the free online safety course, then run a few quick checks — no sign-up. See all our free tools →
Free tool
Free Online Safety Course
Spot scam emails, texts & calls, use safe passwords and shop safely — a free, friendly 6-lesson course with a certificate.
Try it →Free tool
Link Safety Checker
Got a dodgy-looking link in a text or email? Paste it to spot the phishing signs — safely.
Try it →Free tool
Password Breach Checker
Has your password leaked? Check privately against billions of breached passwords.
Try it →Free tool
Privacy Checker
See exactly what any website can learn about you the moment you land on it.
Try it →Free tool
Password Generator
Create a strong random password or a memorable passphrase in one click.
Try it →Want a friendly expert in your corner?
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