Internet safety

Find internet safety advice from our A to Z list

Advice on how to avoid online dating risks, such as fake sites that steal data and people with fake profiles

Learn about safety steps you can take reduce the risks of gaming online

Advice on how to reduce the risk of someone hacking into your online accounts

Learn how you can help protect yourself from fraud when you buy things online

Learn how strong passwords backed with two-factor authentication can help protect you from hackers

Advice on how to protect your smart devices from cyberattacks and privacy breaches

Learn about steps you can take to protect you from hacking and abuse on social media

Call 999 now if:

Call 999 BSL if you use British Sign Language (BSL).

Do not go near the suspects or try to stop them. Keep yourself safe.

If you want to tell us about anything that’s not an emergency, you can report it:

If you’re not sure if something is an emergency, you can check: