Learn to Stay Safe
Plain-English guides to online safety. No jargon, no tech skills needed — just practical knowledge that helps you spot scams and protect yourself.
Getting Started
New to online safety? Start here. Learn what scams are, how they work, and the warning signs everyone should know.
What Are Scams and Why Should You Care?
A plain-English introduction to online scams — what they are, who they target, and why anyone can fall for one.
How Scammers Think: The Psychology Behind the Tricks
Understanding the tactics scammers use — urgency, authority, fear, and flattery — so you can recognise them instantly.
The 5 Signs of a Scam — A Simple Checklist
A quick, printable checklist you can use every time you get a suspicious message, call, or offer.
Email Scams
Phishing emails are the most common type of scam. Learn how to spot fake emails and protect your accounts.
Anatomy of a Phishing Email — What to Look For
A step-by-step breakdown of how phishing emails are constructed and the red flags hiding in plain sight.
How to Check If an Email Is Real — Step by Step
A practical, step-by-step guide you can follow every time you receive a suspicious email.
The Most Common Email Scams Right Now
An up-to-date guide to the phishing emails circulating today — the ones most likely to land in your inbox.
Phone Scams
From fake tech support to government impersonators — learn how scammers use phone calls to trick people.
How Phone Scams Work — What Happens When You Pick Up
The tactics scammers use over the phone, from spoofed caller IDs to scripted pressure techniques.
The Tech Support Scam Playbook — How It Works Start to Finish
A detailed walkthrough of how fake tech support scams operate, from the first call to stealing your money.
How to Handle Suspicious Phone Calls — A Script You Can Follow
Exact phrases and steps to use when you receive a call you're not sure about, so you never freeze up.
Text & SMS Scams
Fake delivery alerts, bank warnings, and prize notifications — the most common text message scams explained.
Text Message Scams Explained — Why They're So Dangerous
How "smishing" works, why text scams are more effective than email, and how to protect yourself.
Fake Delivery Texts — Every Red Flag Explained
Delivery notification scams are everywhere. Learn exactly how to tell a real shipping alert from a fake one.
Password Safety
Strong passwords and two-factor authentication are your best defence. Learn how to set them up properly.
Creating Strong Passwords — Without Losing Your Mind
How to make passwords that are both secure and memorable, and why your current ones probably aren't safe.
What Is Two-Factor Authentication? A Beginner's Guide
Two-factor authentication (2FA) is the single best way to protect your accounts. Here's what it is and how to turn it on.
Password Managers for Beginners — Your Questions Answered
What password managers are, whether they're safe, and how to start using one without any technical knowledge.
Safe Online Shopping
How to tell a real website from a fake one, and how to pay safely when shopping online.
Spotting Fake Shopping Websites — A Complete Guide
How to tell if an online store is real or a scam before you enter your payment details.
Safe Payment Methods — How to Pay Online Without Getting Scammed
Which payment methods protect you best, and which ones scammers prefer because they can't be reversed.
Social Media Safety
Romance scams, fake profiles, and oversharing — how to stay safe on Facebook, Instagram, and other platforms.
If You've Been Scammed
Already fallen for a scam? Don't panic. Here's exactly what to do to limit the damage and report it.
I Think I've Been Scammed — What to Do Right Now
Immediate steps to take if you've fallen for a scam, from securing your accounts to limiting the damage.
How to Report a Scam — Country by Country
Where and how to report scams in the USA, UK, and Europe, and why reporting matters even if you can't get your money back.
Protecting Yourself After a Data Breach
What to do when a company you use gets hacked and your personal information is exposed.