Hello Baby is supporting the Get Safe Online which promotes secure Internet usage. We have been at the sharp end of online fraud and we know how painful it is – please be careful!
GetSafeOnline.org is a joint initiative between HM Government, the Serious Organised Crime Agency (SOCA) and leading businesses, which aims to help individuals and micro-businesses to be safe online, and protect themselves against Internet security risks. It is a neutral, unbiased and objective source of information and expert advice for everyone.
The GetSafeOnline.org website contains more than 100 articles, pieces of information and practical security advice all aimed at making you aware of internet risks and vulnerabilities, and providing you with the information you need to protect yourself against these threats.
Information includes how to:
- Install anti-virus software
- Make back-ups
- Protect your privacy
- Set ground rules for children
- Shop,bank and use online auctions safely
Follow the three simple steps below to help protect yourself and others by being safe online today:
Protect your PC
Install up-to-date protective software. The website contains links to some free versions to help you protect your PC.
Protect yourself
The website contains independent, easy-to-understand information to increase your understanding of potential threats before they happen.
Keep monitoring to stay alert
Keep your software and operating system updated, scan regularly for viruses and spyware, and watch out for new threats.
