How to protect yourself from hackers - Digital Security for oldies

Protect Yourself from Hackers: Digital Security for Oldies and everyone else.

Online scams and account hacks are now everyday risks, and older people are often the most targeted. This training is designed to give you the knowledge and confidence to stay safe online, explained in plain, practical language.

Here’s what you’ll learn:

• Protecting your social media accounts – Step-by-step guidance to secure your Facebook, Instagram, WhatsApp, and email accounts so no one can hijack them.
• Recognizing scams – From fake family emergencies to online shopping tricks, romance fraud, and investment scams, you’ll learn how they work and how to avoid them.
• Antivirus protection – How to use effective antivirus apps on your phone and other devices to stop hackers before they start.
• Safeguarding your passwords – Best practices for creating and protecting strong passwords for social media, email, and your bank accounts.
• Emergency action steps – What to do immediately if you lose your phone or ATM card, so you don’t lose your money or data.
• Quick access emergency contacts – How to reach your bank fast to block your ATM or freeze your account if something goes wrong.
• Staying safe long-term – Why regular security updates on your phone and apps are your best defense against hackers.

By the end of this training, you’ll feel more confident using your devices, more aware of online dangers, and fully equipped with simple steps to protect your money, your data, and your peace of mind.

Stay connected. Stay safe. Stay smart online.