How to Spot Fake News Online: 7 Quick Checks Anyone Can Do
Seven practical checks, including the SIFT method, reverse image search and lateral reading, to tell whether a news story or viral post is trustworthy before you share it.
Online Security & Privacy
Plain-English guides to scams, passwords, privacy and staying safe online.
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How to Check if Your Email Was in a Data Breach (and What to Do)
Use Have I Been Pwned to see whether your email address appears in known data breaches, then follow five steps to secure your accounts and reduce the risk.
How to Set Up Two-Factor Authentication (and Which Type to Choose)
A plain-English guide to two-factor authentication: SMS codes, authenticator apps, security keys and passkeys, which accounts to protect first, and how to avoid lockouts.
How to Spot Phishing Emails and Texts, and What to Do If You Click
The warning signs of phishing messages, how to check a link safely, and the exact steps to take if you clicked, entered a password or sent money.
How to Secure Your Home Wi-Fi Network in 10 Minutes (2026)
Seven quick router settings that keep neighbours and attackers off your Wi-Fi, from changing the admin password to turning on WPA3 and a guest network.