Protect your money, accounts, phone and reputation online. Learn to spot scams, build strong passwords, guard your privacy and know where to get help.
More of life now happens on phones and computers: mobile money, school and work, family chats, job hunting and business. This also means more people try to trick, steal from or harass others online. Most attacks do not need clever hacking. They need you to click, reply or share a secret by mistake.
This course teaches the habits that stop most problems. You will learn how scams and viruses work, how to protect your accounts and phone, how to control what others can see about you, and what to do if something goes wrong. You will also learn how to be kind and safe in online spaces, and how to help children and young people.
No technical background is needed. Every lesson ends with a short activity you can do on your own phone or computer.
5 modules · 20 lessons · 4 h 15 min · 6 quizzes
Understand the threats, who is behind them, what you can lose, and how your digital footprint works.
Build strong passwords, use a password manager, add two-step verification and stay safe on shared and public networks.
Recognise phishing and common scams, protect your devices from malware, check websites, and know what to do if you are hacked.
Control what you share, understand personal data and consent, and protect your phone and files.
Deal with bullying and abuse, protect children, look after your wellbeing, know where to report and build your personal security checklist.
30 questions. Pass with 70% or more to earn your certificate.
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