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🌐 Stay Safe Online – Protect Yourself and Your Community 🌐

 

Dear Residents,

The internet is a powerful tool β€” but it also comes with risks. From scams and identity theft to cyberbullying and harmful content, it’s more important than ever to stay alert and informed.

Here are some simple steps you can take to stay safe online:

πŸ” Protect Your Personal Information

  • Never share passwords, bank details, or personal data unless you’re sure who you’re dealing with.

  • Use strong, unique passwords and enable two-factor authentication.

  • πŸ“§ Watch Out for Scams

  • Be cautious of unexpected emails, texts, or calls asking for money or information.

  • If it sounds too good to be true β€” it probably is.

  • πŸ§’ Keep Children Safe Online

  • Talk to young people about what they’re doing online.

  • Use parental controls and privacy settings on devices and apps.

  • πŸ’» Secure Your Devices

  • Keep software and antivirus protection up to date.

  • Avoid using public Wi-Fi for sensitive transactions.

  • πŸ›‘ Report Suspicious Activity

  • Report scams to Action Fraud: www.actionfraud.police.uk

  • Report harmful content or abuse to platforms or Crimestoppers anonymously.

  • Let’s work together to make our community safer β€” both on the streets and online.


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    Thomas Passmore
    (Staffordshire Police, PCSO, Lichfield)
    Neighbourhood Alert