Staying safer online
How to use the internet safely and protect yourself online.
The internet is a wonderful place to explore, and it can help you do a lot of things easily. As there are some risks, we show you some simple strategies to help keep you safer online.
The links on this page take you to free courses and activities on the Be Connected website. Be Connected is an Australian government initiative developed by eSafety and the Department of Social Services to increase the confidence, skills and online safety of older Australians.
Be Connected
Learn how you can protect your privacy and personal information online with password managers, antivirus software and more.
Learn how to create strong passwords and use password managers to manage your online passwords and accounts.
Learn how to safely buy from online retailers and marketplaces like eBay, as well as use PayPal to pay for things.
Learn how to navigate online banking on your computer or smart device. You can also practise key banking tasks in our pretend bank.
External link[https://beconnected.esafety.gov.au/] |
This resource has been developed by eSafety as part of the Be Connected Initiative. Be Connected is an Australian Government initiative developed to increase the confidence, skills and online safety of older Australians.
Last updated: 06/11/2023
