Technological options like parental controls can help keep your child safe online, but they work best when teamed with online safety education. Find out the …

People increasingly submit more of their data – most likely without thinking – everyday. So it’s important to know about the simple things that will …

Two-factor authentication (2FA) is an extra layer of security for your online accounts. Find out what it is, how it works & why it’s important.

As young people become more independent online, they can connect and communicate with people they don’t know. Often this is a positive experience, but sometimes your child …

Smartphones and tablets are computing devices that also need protecting. We’ve put together the following 12 tips for protecting your mobile devices against digital dangers

There’s no doubt that the Global Positioning System – or GPS – ranks as one of the most influential technologies today.  It’s revolutionised warfare and …

You are here: Online Safety Parent Toolkit > Understand With so many ways to connect and be entertained, many parents worry about how much time …

Ransomware is a malicious software that denies a user access to their files or system unless they pay a ransom.

Cold calling computer technicians have plagued Kiwis with their efforts to gain remote access to computers and steal online banking logins, personal data and more

The Harmful Digital Communications Act has made changes to the Crimes Act which now make it illegal to encourage or incite anyone to suicide