Online Safety Blog

Plain English guides to scams, phishing, and staying safe online. Learn how to spot fake emails, suspicious links, and protect yourself from fraud.

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Real statistics on scam losses in 2024. Australians lost $2 billion, globally cybercrime hit $16.6 billion. Data from FBI IC3 and ACCC.

BEC has cost businesses $55 billion. Learn how these sophisticated scams work and how to protect your business.

Fake delivery notifications, toll payments, and bank alerts. How to identify SMS phishing before it tricks you.

How to tell if a website is real or a scam. 5 quick checks before entering personal info or making a purchase.

Avoid fake online stores, counterfeit goods, and fraudulent sellers. Protect yourself when shopping online.

Practical tips to identify scam emails before they trick you. Protect yourself and your family.

Email spoofing is when scammers send emails that appear to come from someone else. Learn how it works and why it matters.

These three technologies protect your inbox from fake emails. Here's what they do in simple terms.

Understanding why legitimate businesses become targets for email spoofing - and how to protect yourself.

Don't click suspicious links. Check them first with TrustNope - it's free and takes seconds.