Stay Safe Online: Learn How to Protect Yourself

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Do you know how to protect your personal information online? Can you spot fake news or dangerous links? Are you aware of how to do a safety check-up on your devices? With Pinnguaq’s free Online Safety Course, you’ll learn all of that and more! This course will help you become an online safety expert and teach you the skills you need to stay safe and secure while browsing.

Start by learning some key terms to understand online safety better. Check out this Cybersecurity Vocabulary list to get started:

Phishing

Fake messages trying to steal your personal info like passwords or credit card numbers.

Scam

A trick to steal your money or information.

Digital Footprint

Everything you do online leaves a trace, like the websites you visit or social media posts.

Oversharing

Posting too much personal info online—keep some things private!

VPN

A tool that keeps your internet activity private and safe, especially on public Wi-Fi.

Metadata

Hidden info about a file, like where a photo was taken or when it was made.

Firewall

A shield that keeps bad stuff out of your computer or phone.

Browser Extensions

Extra tools that add features to your web browser, like ad blockers or password managers.

Cyberbullying

Using technology to hurt or threaten others—stand up against it!

Malware

Harmful software that can damage your device or steal info.

Ransomware

Malware that locks your computer until you pay to unlock it.

Encryption

Turning info into a secret code to protect it from hackers.

Fake News

False stories meant to mislead or confuse people.

Misinformation

Incorrect info shared without realizing it’s wrong—always check your facts!