Scams & fraud
What Should You Do If You Clicked a Scam Link? A Simple Step-by-Step Guide for Seniors
A calm step-by-step guide for seniors on what to do after clicking a suspicious link, including passwords, banking and device checks.
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Feel safer and more confident online.
The digital world moves fast, but you do not have to navigate it alone. This page brings together live training and practical articles to help seniors stay cyber safe in everyday life.
What you will learn in our live workshop
- Spotting red flags: identify common scams, phishing messages and suspicious texts.
- Password safety: build simple habits for stronger passwords and safer accounts.
- Practical responses: know what to do when a message, phone call or website does not feel right.
Why this training helps
- Instructor-led: taught live by a patient instructor.
- Plain language: clear advice without technical jargon.
- Useful examples: focused on the kinds of online situations people actually face.
Cyber safety guidance for seniors and families
Start with these practical articles selected for older Australians, family members and carers. The complete library also covers changing technology and common online myths.
Scams & fraud
Scam Text Messages and Phone Calls: How Seniors Can Spot the Warning Signs
Learn how seniors can recognise scam texts and suspicious calls, including urgent payment requests, fake support calls and impersonation tricks.
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Safe Online Banking for Seniors: How to Bank Online Without Getting Caught by Scams
Practical advice for seniors on safer online banking, including fake bank messages, secure logins and what to do before making payments.
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How Seniors Can Create Strong Passwords Without Getting Locked Out
Simple password advice for seniors that improves security without making sign-ins harder to manage day to day.
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How Family Members and Carers Can Help Seniors Stay Safe Online
Practical ways family members and carers can help seniors build online confidence, reduce scam risk and form safer digital habits.
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How to Protect Seniors from Common Cyber Threats in Australia
A practical look at common cyber threats affecting seniors in Australia and the habits that reduce risk.
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We run regular live online courses in general cyber safety and cyber safety for seniors. Follow the relevant Eventbrite link to check current dates and availability.