Protect yourself

Learn about the simple things you can do to protect yourself from cyber security risks.

Top 10 tips to stay cyber safe

Follow these simple tips to protect yourself online

 Use Secure Passwords

Learn good account security practices to help keep you and your information safe.

Secure web browsing

Find out how to browse the web safely.

 Using wifi safely

Find out how to connect to wifi networks safely.

 Stay cyber safe while travelling

Find out how you can stay cyber safe at every stage of travel.

 Spotting false MFA requests

Find out how to spot a fraudulent multi-factor authentication (MFA) request.

 Email scams

Be aware of email scams to ensure your identity and UQ's data and systems remain safe.

 Staying safe on social media

Advice for securing your social media account if it has been hacked and tips on how to stay safe.

 Secure your mobile device

Protect your mobile device by reviewing your settings and enabling updates.

 Gift card scams

Advice for identifying and responding to a gift card scam. 

 If your account or device is compromised

Find out the steps to take if your work or personal account or device has been compromised. 

  Protect yourself

Always think carefully before sharing sensitive information online.  

 

  Stay cyber safe during the holiday season

Be aware of common holiday scams to stay safe this festive season.