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Posted on 4th June 2020

Police advice to avoid coronavirus Test and Trace scammers

Top tips on how to avoid scammers posing as NHS contact tracers.

Young Adults often face different problems online

If you’re a young adult we have a section full of articles tailored to you.

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Posted on 2nd June 2020

JUNE Cyber Scam Newsletter

In this month's edition, we're raising awareness of the EasyJet data breach, Tv License scams, fake pet adverts and PPE scams!

Posted on 1st June 2020

Facebook dominates cases of recorded social media grooming

Police in England and Wales recorded more than 10,000 online grooming offences on social media over two-and-a-half years.

Posted on 27th May 2020

Dark Web drug supply surges nearly 500% during Coronavirus pandemic

Listings for cannabis, cocaine and MDMA all sky-rocketed during lockdown, as dealers sought alternative ways to distribute their product.

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Every year we’re able to do more and more online. From sending messages to sorting out our finances, today we can do it from our phones and tablets wherever we are. But the more we can do online, the more we’re exposed to hazards. Cybersafe is here to help you stay safe online, so you can browse to your heart’s content, knowing you’re protected against scams, fraud and security problems.

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Tip of the week

Install and update anti-virus software for your devices

Privacy and security settings are so important when it comes to children’s online safety, as it could prevent an unwanted person viewing their content and beginning a line of communication. Learning how to use them is key! #ChildSafetyWeek #SaySomething internetmatters.org/parental-contr…

Parental controls can help provide a way for children to navigate the online world safely and securely. Plus, it gives you peace of mind that they are not accessing anything that they shouldn’t be. #ChildSafetyWeek #SaySomething internetmatters.org/parental-contr…

🚨ALERT🚨 Tips and advice to avoid coronavirus Test and Trace scammers! 👤📲 #TestandTrace cybersafewarwickshire.com/police-advice-…

Jun 4

Ensure private profiles are activated on apps, such as TikTok and Instagram. This gives users more control over who can view their content, as well as who can contact them to reduce the risk of exploitation. #ChildSafetyWeek #SaySomething internetmatters.org/parental-contr…

Please take a look at @natonlinesafety's brilliant new guide on #Instagram 📸🤳With a range of new features, photo & video-sharing platform, here are their latest #OnlineSafety tips for parents & carers to help keep your children safe whilst using the app!

To ensure your children are only communicating with friends on social media or games, you can actively monitor friend’s lists, so you know who they’re connecting with online and reducing the risk of exploitation. #ChildSafetyWeek #SaySomething internetmatters.org/resources/soci…

Don't forget to catch up with this month's Cyber Scam update, available to view below, and on our website! This month we have: EasyJet data breach tips✈️ Tv License scams 📺 Fake pet adverts PPE scams 😷 .....and more ‼️ cybersafewarwickshire.com/june-cyber-sca…

Jun 2

Taking the time to set up an app alongside your child or person in your care is important, it will give you a better understanding of the app and if the child has any worries or issues on there, they're more likely to ask you for help! #ChildSafetyWeek internetmatters.org/resources/soci…