Safe Behaviors

Safe Behaviors Online

Good digital habits protect you, your family, and your community. Learn the behaviours that make the biggest difference.

The Core Habits

These are the most impactful behaviours you can adopt - simple actions that dramatically reduce your risk online.

Passwords
Use strong unique passwords
A different, complex password for every account is your single most powerful defence. Use a password manager.
Authentication
Enable two-factor authentication
Turn on 2FA for email, banking and social media. Even a stolen password cannot get in without your phone.
Updates
Keep everything updated
Software updates patch security vulnerabilities. Enable automatic updates on all your devices and apps.
Links
Think before you click
Hover over links before clicking. Look at the full URL. When in doubt, go to the site directly rather than via a link.
Privacy
Review your privacy settings
Check the privacy settings on every app and social account at least every three months. Things change without notice.
Reporting
Report - don't stay silent
If something happens online, report it. Staying silent protects criminals and leaves others vulnerable.

Safe Behaviors by Audience

The right guidance depends on who you are. Choose your audience below.

Kids
Simple safety rules and fun guides for young internet users
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Parents
How to protect your family and have the right conversations
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Seniors
Practical guidance to stay safe and confident online
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Teachers
Resources and strategies for digital safety in the classroom
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Daily Safety Checklist

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Lock your screen when stepping away from a device
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Log out of accounts on shared or public computers
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Check for software and app updates
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Use a VPN when on public Wi-Fi
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Verify sender identity before opening email attachments
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Review notifications for unfamiliar account activity
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Back up important files to a secure location
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Use private browsing for sensitive searches

Red Flags to Watch For

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A message creating urgency to act immediately
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Requests for payment via gift card or wire transfer
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Login alerts from unrecognised devices or locations
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Unexpected pop-ups claiming your device is infected
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Emails from slightly misspelled domain names
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Offers that seem far too good to be true
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Requests to keep communication confidential
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Unknown charges on bank or credit card statements

See something suspicious online?

Report it. Your report helps protect the whole Bermuda community and may prevent others from being victimised.

File a Report
1-441-777-0875
[email protected]

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