Online Safety Guide
How to Identify a Scam
Everything you need to spot a dangerous website or a scam, and protect yourself before criminals find your data.
Is That Site Safe?
Legitimate websites share a consistent set of verifiable signals. Check for all of these before entering any personal details.
HTTPS Padlock
Look for the padlock icon and https:// in the URL. This means your connection is encrypted.
Domain Matches Brand
The domain name should closely match the company name. Watch for extra words or misspellings.
Clear Privacy Policy
Legitimate sites have a readable privacy policy explaining how they use your data.
Real Contact Info
A genuine business lists a physical address, phone number, or email, not just a web form.
Red Flags, Leave Immediately If You See These
Unsafe sites harvest your personal information and sell it to third parties, including the very data brokers that list your home address, phone number, and daily habits publicly online.
The best defence is to avoid entering data on sketchy sites and remove the data that's already out there.
Is It a Scam?
Knowing how criminals operate is the first step to not becoming a victim.
Fake Invoice Scams
You receive an invoice for something you never ordered, counting on confusion to make you pay.
Phishing Emails
Criminals impersonate banks, government agencies, or tech companies to steal your credentials.
Romance Scams
Fraudsters build fake relationships to eventually request money or personal information.
Lottery & Prize Fraud
You're told you've won something, but must pay a fee or provide personal details to claim it.
Identity Theft
Criminals use your leaked personal data to open accounts, apply for loans, or file taxes in your name.
Tech Support Scams
Fake tech support calls claim your device is compromised and ask for remote access or payment.