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Everyday we all read and hear stories about people who have done serious damage to themselves, to their future, or to others online. It’s almost impossible to keep track of these daily horror stories.

This avalanche of negative press we see, are the result of people doing what people have always done, except now it’s being done in front of the entire digital world.

Here at the Institute for Internet Safety, we are working tirelessly to help you safeguard and enhance your online identity.

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There’s a simple and effective new way to deep clean your privacy and security on Facebook, Google, X and more, from a startup called Block Party.
The first step to take in removing your address from the internet is to locate where it is currently visible. If youve already found your address on one website, then this is a good starting point...
Contributor content. Many different options of VPNs can be used with Firestick TV to circumvent geo-restrictions and binge-watch series unavailable in one's location while protecting their connection.
Kurt “CyberGuy" Knutsson says there’s been a rise in cybercriminal services using hacked police and government emails to send subpoenas and data requests to U.S. companies.
The critical issue of children's digital privacy has emerged as a paramount concern for parents and experts alike.
But, by far, the most common form of privacy work we practice is simply sharing less. Anyone who has been online long enough knows that everything you post can and will become public, no matter ...
Google Chrome remains the most popular browser on Android, and for good reason. As Android's default browser, it offers seamless integration with Google's ecosystem and provides a familiar experience...
The BBC will retain your personal data for a period of two (2) years following collection for audit purposes after which time it will be deleted. Your personal data will be stored in the UK and the...
Pakistani TikToker Imsha Rehman's private videos were leaked online, sparking outrage and concern over privacy violations.

Featured News Stories

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The selfie syndrome Why teens use social media for validation and how parents can counteract it - TODAY.com
Young celebrities do it. So why are we surprised when a typical teen Instagram post goes something like this: Teen (girl or boy) posts a cool/pretty/pouty selfie. What follows is a watch to see how...
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