Your digital safety
Cyber safety is everyone's responsibility.
You will find cyber safety support and resources to help you navigate the digital world in a safe, cyber-smart and responsible way.
It will help you deal with various issues including:
- types of scams and reporting scams
- inappropriate online content
- cyberbullying and
- consumer protection.
Cyber bullying
The Australian Government eSafety website is a great resource for information and support to help you protect you and your child online. This website also allows you to lodge a cyber bullying complaint or report cyber bullying to a social media service.
Learn how to stay safe online
Think U Know Australia is a partnership between the Australian Federal Police (AFP), Microsoft Australia, Datacom and the Commonwealth Bank.
Through this partnership they offer resources and information to empower young Australians and their families to be safe, respectful and resilient online.
You can also go the Australian Government's Australian Cyber Security Centre to help you improve cyber security. Their role is to help make Australia the most secure place to connect online.
You can access a range of resources, information and tips to help you stay safe in the digital world.
Be digital safe savvy
The internet is a great place to explore, seek information and stay connected, but it pays to be 'digital safe' savvy.
Learn how to spot and avoid scams and protect your personal information online, by visiting the Australian Government’s Be Connected website.
Online safety for our seniors
It's important for all of us to know how to use the internet safely and protect ourselves online.
If you don't feel confident using the internet and digital devices, you can be more vulnerable to online threats like scams or tricks.
There are resources available to help you stay safe online and build your confidence and skills in using the internet and digital devices.
Go to myGov website for hints, tips and resources and how to develop digital literacy skills and stay connected safely.
Diverse community eSafety
Many of our Territorians:
- speak a language other English
- identify with many types of ancestries
- live with a disability or
- identify as LGTIQA+
- have varied political ideals or views.
Our diverse community has a broad range of digital literacy skills. Whilst many of us generally are experienced in digital connectivity, there some of us that often struggle with this environment.
The eSafety Commissioner has information to protect the voices of diverse individuals and communities – especially those most at risk-online.
Experiencing crime and other risks online
myGov has tips and information on how to stay safe online and what to do if something does go wrong.
To find out more go to the myGov page on experiencing crime and other risks online.
Tips for keeping safe online
With hacking, scams, catfishing and more, the internet can feel like a dangerous place. The good news is, there are few steps you can take to help improve your online safety!
Creating strong, unique passwords is the best way to keep your information safe. Avoid using passwords that contain easy to guess information such as your:
- name
- children's names or
- child's or your date of birth.
You are encouraged to use 'passphrases' and multi-factor authentication. Go the Australian Cyber Security Centre's website for information on what these are and how to apply.
Be wary about clicking on suspect links or providing personal information online. Some tactics used to entice you to click on links or reveal personal information are:
- spam emails
- phone 'free' offers,
- click bait
- online quizzes.
If something sounds too good to be true – it probably is.
Cybercriminals may try to trick you into downloading viruses by disguising them in a program or app. Be careful of downloading apps that look suspicious or come from an untrustworthy site.
Ensure your social media settings:
- are set to private
- that you are only followed by and "friends" with people you know in real life.
When visiting websites for online banking or shopping, ensure the site is secure. You can identify secure sites by:
- looking for a padlock icon in the URL bar and
- the address showing 'https' and not 'http' - the 'S' standards for secure.
Online scams are always evolving! Check out Scamwatch for all the latest scam alerts and to report a possible scam.
Social media allows you to share personal information with a single click. Be cautious of sharing too much information online, such as:
- identifying information
- being away from your home for an extended period or your location.
Resources to help be cyber smart
Check out the links for more information and advice to help you keep safe online.
eSafety for First Nations people
Hear stories from mob in language and find tips to help you be deadly online.
Stalkerware and your phone
Stalkerware is spying software installed on your mobile without your permission that tracks what you do. Crime Stoppers NT have advice and tips on how to protect yourself and your privacy.
Learn to protect yourself online
Visit the Australian Cyber Security Centre's website for tips and advice to protect yourself online.
Be Connected
Build your digital skills and learn how to confidently stay safe online. Visit the Australian Government's Be Connected website.
Keeping children and young people safe online
Visit Childnet's website for advice and information on how to keep your child or young person safe on line.
Cyberparent guideline
Visit the Australian Multicultural Foundation's website to help you be a cyber parent.
Helping senior Australians improve online skills
Gain digital literacy with NBN. Council of the Ageing NT's website connects our seniors with NBN to help improve their online skills.
Identity theft and cyber support
IDCARE is Australia and New Zealand's national identity and cyber support service.
Resources and guides to staying safe online
Visit the National CyberSecurity Alliance's website for resources and guides on how to stay safe online.
Online safety for young people
ThinkUKnow Australia has developed resources and advice for parents, carers and educators, children and young people to prevent online child sexual exploitation.
Staying safe online as we get older
Visit myGov website for resources to help you stay safe online, building confidence and skills in using the internet and digital devices.
Learn how to be a harder target for scammers
Visit the Australian Government National Anti-Scam Centre's website.
Find out more
Check out the links to government and non-government organisations for more information and and advice.
eSafety and children (Crime Stoppers NT)
eSafety Commissioner
Online safety (Neighbourhood Watch NT)
Online scams (Crime Stoppers NT)
Who can help
Scamwatch
Scamwatch collect reports about scams to help warn others and to take action to stop scams.
Scamwatch provide up to date information to help you spot and avoid scams.
IDCare
Call 1800 595 160
Australian Cyber Security Centre (ACSC)
Call 1300 CYBER1 (1300 292 371)
NT Police
Call 131 444 in non-emergencies.
In emergencies call 000