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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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More: Apple's OpenAI partnership threatens your online privacy and data security. Here's what we can do. This content was created by MarketWatch, which is operated by Dow Jones & Co. MarketWatch...
Safety Check is getting an upgrade, and you'll now be better able to manage website notifications and permissions.
Sidestepping online trackers and protecting your personal information might seem like a hopeless task, but these top privacy apps can really make a difference.
Today, the Australian government committed to developing the country’s first data protection law for children.
Here’s how DuckDuckGo protects your online privacy effectively and efficiently. DuckDuckGo does not track your searches or collect any personal data. Unlike Google, which profiles users based on ...
Each has been mapped to particular age 7-11 learning outcome statements from the Education for a Connected World framework set out by the UK Council for Internet Safety. Avoiding account hacks The ...
In the digital age, protecting your online privacy is more crucial than ever, and choosing the right search engine can significantly impact your personal data security. DuckDuckGo stands out as a ...
Several bills that were passed by the state legislature in 2023 went into effect Sept. 1, including limiting children’s access to social media platforms.
Tech Talk: Does online privacy exist?  The Times Leader
Qubetics ($TICS) Empowers Users with Decentralised VPN for Online Privacy – Join the Exclusive Whitelist for Early Access and Benefits  Analytics Insight

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