How to Observe Safer Internet Day at Home, School and Work

How to Observe Safer Internet Day at Home, School and Work

ConnectSafely CEO Larry Magid on Safer Internet day 2023 Everyone has a vested interest in keeping the internet as safe as possible, which is why more than 100 countries recognize Safer Internet Day — an annual celebration that takes place on February 7th....
What is Catfishing and Why It’s Dangerous

What is Catfishing and Why It’s Dangerous

By Larry MagidThis post first appeared in the Mercury News You may have heard about the horrible recent case where a man traveled from Virginia to Riverside, California, to meet with a teenage girl who he “catfished.” The girl, who was driven away by the...
Now is Good Time to Update Apps and OS

Now is Good Time to Update Apps and OS

by Larry Magid This post first appeared in the Mercury News If you’re using a computer with a very old operating system or even a recent version that’s in need of an update, you’re taking an unnecessary risk. The same goes for internet browsers and, for that matter,...
ConnectSafely Impact Report 2022

ConnectSafely Impact Report 2022

We invite you to read ConnectSafely’s 2022 impact report (PDF) and get to know a little more about us and what we do. We love to hear from you! Let us know if you have a question or topic suggestion.
Online Risks and Links to Resources on How to Manage Them

Online Risks and Links to Resources on How to Manage Them

Topics on the page IntroductionRisk categories and resourcesCyberbullyingHarassmentCyberstalkingInappropriate contentReputation management  Misinformation and media literacyHate speechSecurityScamsMalwareSelf-harm and suicidePersonal privacyData...