Take some time to learn how to protect your identity, information, and accounts and be safe online.
Online Safety Basics
- Practice Online Hygiene
Learn how to assess your online presence; protecting your personal information online; and securing your digital interactions, accounts, and devices. - Protect Yourself from Scams
Learn how to protect yourself from scams, such as phishing email. - Protect Yourself from Online Harassment
Learn how to mitigate online harassment and abuse. - Protect Your Online Shopping
Secure your environment and avoid the traps. - IT Security & Privacy for Remote Work & Study
Tips for securing your devices and connections when you work from home or other locations away from campus. Includes tips for secure videoconferences.
Secure Connections
- Secure Your Internet Connection
Choose the best network for your environment and employ tools to make them more secure. - Secure Your Web Browser
Keep your software updated, review your settings, use plug-ins and pop-ups sparingly, and consider private browsing and searching. - Use Two-Factor for Login
Use two-factor authentication whenever it is offered by apps and services - it provides additional security for your accounts.
Digital Citizenship
- Be a Good Digital Citizen
Practice good digital citizenship to make online experiences safer and more pleasant for you and others. - Copyright Compliance
Learn how to engage in safe and legally compliant sharing of copyrighted materials.