Online Safety: Commonsense the best defence

Social networking safe online guidelines

The Australian Communications and Media Authority (ACMA) recently released a new fact sheet, Social networking: staying safe online, in support of the Federal Privacy Commission’s Privacy Awareness Week.

It highlights the need to remain vigilant about your online identify – and helps with tips for how to keep  safe.

“What are some of the key risks?”

• Fraud
• Online identity theft and reputation damage
• Cyberstalking and bullying
• Scams and spams
• Malicious software (malware)

“How can I better protect yourself?”

• Being aware of what these risks are
• Thinking carefully before you give away personal or financial information
• Reading the terms and conditions before you sign up to any social networking sites
• Checking privacy settings and making sure you know who can access your information
• Knowing where to go for help if you run into trouble or something goes wrong.

Find out more online at the ACMA site.