Online Safety Code of Practice
Netsafe is leading the development of Aotearoa’s first Online Safety Code of Practice. The Code is designed for ICT organisations providing services to people in New Zealand.
Author: Angela Boundy
Smart home safety
More people are using devices and the internet every day to make life more convenient especially at home. If you’re introducing devices to your home to make it ‘smart’, take the time to understand the features it offers and what you can do to stay safe. What is a smart home A smart home is a house…
Come and see us at AUT!
Netsafe is participating in the Auckland University of Technology ‘Mana Tū, Mana ora – Take Control of Your Wellbeing’ event, to help us better connect with rangatahi. Already there’s been great discussion about how to maximise online opportunities safely – for study and socialising – and how Netsafe can help if things go wrong. The expo…
What to do in a data breach
It is not uncommon for legitimate organisations to have their data compromised, and when this happens it might mean your data has been affected. Find out what you can do if you have been caught up in a data breach. What happens to my data in a data breach? Sometimes the data may be made…
Trends in digital communications in the LGBTQIA+ community
Netsafe’s factsheet compares annual trends regarding the prevalence of unwanted digital communications based on participants’ sexual orientation. Around a quarter of people who identify as non-heterosexual have received harmful digital communications in the previous year, according to a Netsafe study. Trends identified in the data – released to coincide with Pride – suggest that since 2018, LGB+* participants’ have…
Haere rā Bhaj & Sarisha
We have now said goodbye to our Youth Action Squad (YAS) interns after three months as part of the Netsafe team. Bhaj and Sarisha have upskilled on all things online safety and helped us to better connect to the rangatahi of Aotearoa. We’ve loved every minute that they were in the office and are really grateful…
Dating during a pandemic
Although they had a less-than-stellar reputation when they came on the scene, dating apps are now an established and respected tool for finding dates and relationships. With all the fun and excitement of dating, it’s still important to stay safe while looking for your next match. We’ve compiled our top tips and advice for looking for…
Who sends harmful communications?
A ground-breaking study from Netsafe uncovers a range of reasons harmful communications are sent. The amount of thought that goes into pressing send on a text or email is under the spotlight. Netsafe surveyed adults to determine if they’ve sent harmful digital communications in the last year, and the reasons behind their actions. With 18 percent…
Cloned account scams
Netsafe has noticed a spike in reports from people who have had their social media profiles cloned by scammers who are using the new ‘cloned’ profile to impersonate the owner of the original profile – often they claim the person is now selling access to explicit content through a subscription service like Only Fans. Read on to…
Understanding influencer scams
People with large social media followers or a public presence are increasingly being contacted by companies or representatives to collaborate in exchange for a commission or free products. These offers are often genuine, although Netsafe is receiving more frequent reports from people being caught out in a scam. Read how brand ambassador or influencer offers could…