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Calm, practical guidance to help you stay safe and confident online – without jargon or judgement.
You don’t need to be a technical expert to use the internet safely. You just need to understand a few common risks, know what “normal” looks like, and feel confident enough to pause and check when something doesn’t feel right.
This page is for you if…
- You feel unsure about scams, emails or messages
- You want clearer explanations without technical language
- You support children, parents or older relatives online
- You just want to feel more in control
How to use this page
You don’t need to watch everything at once.
Start small
Pick one video that matches what you’re worried about right now. A few minutes is enough to build confidence.
Come back when needed
Online life changes. These videos are here to revisit whenever something new crops up.
There’s no test, no assessment, and no expectation that you “should already know this”. This content exists to remove barriers, not create them.
Digital Confidence - Online Safety
A confidence-building overview of online safety basics. This video explains common risks in clear language, and focuses on simple habits that reduce exposure without making everyday online life harder.
Staying Safe Online - General Awareness
A practical look at common scams, suspicious messages, fake websites and social engineering. The focus is on recognising patterns early and knowing when to stop and check.
What Would My Kid Do? Simple Advice
If your computer is misbehaving it can help to look at how younger, more digital-native users behave – and what adults can learn from that mindset.
Easy fixes for common problems.
The Digital Household - Family Safety
A family-focused view of online safety, covering shared devices, boundaries, habits, and how small behaviours across a household can reduce risk for everyone.
What good looks like
Confidence, not control.
Online safety for adults isn’t about avoiding the internet or feeling behind. It’s about recognising common patterns, knowing when to pause, and feeling confident enough to ask questions. You don’t need to know everything – you just need information you can trust.
Being a digital native is mostly about relationships, not technology.
Online safety should feel accessible
You don’t need technical knowledge or perfect habits. Just calm, clear guidance that helps you stay in control.