Adults and Older People

Online Safety

In today's digital age, staying safe online is more important than ever, especially for our valued residents and ageing well community members. The information below outlines a list of tools and resources designed to protect your personal information, secure your devices, and ensure your online experiences are safe and enjoyable. Whether you're new to the internet or looking to enhance your digital security, you'll find practical tips and trusted tools to help you navigate the online world with confidence.

Getting online can make life easier in many ways, but also comes with a risk of scams and fraud. Age UK provide advice on what online scams are, how to protect your devices and yourself, and how to shop safely.

One of the main reasons for people choosing never to go online relates to fears about their personal data being stolen and misused. Barclays Digital Wings offer free, quick training on password security, cyber security, account protection and fraud awareness.

Get Safe Online is the UK's leading internet safety website. It provides practical online safety advice, information, and guidance to help reduce the risks of using the internet. Covering lots of different topics, such as, scams, online gaming, payments, safeguarding, cyber bullying and social networks - plus, a range of useful tools that have been designed to increase your online safety including:

The Regional Organised Crime Unit exists to protect our communities from serious and organised crime. The website provides specialist advice and guidance around cyber crime prevention whether you're a business, organisation or individual. You can learn how to project you and your family at home; build your organisation's cyber resilient and provides tools for parents, children and educators.

Report Fraud

- forward text messages to 7726

- forward emails to report@phishing.gov.uk

- report bank fraud by telephoning 159

- check your data

Start reporting scams and frauds to help the National Fraud and Cyber Crime Centre catch criminals. You can ring them directly on 0300 123 2040 or set up your own account via their website.

Consumer Friend is to make consumer rights free and easy to understand for everyone in the UK. They believe understanding consumer vulnerability is key to inclusive services and ensuring everyone get better outcomes. Find out what they offer here.

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