Learn step by step
12 short, practical lessons — with real-life examples, what to do and what not to do, tips for parents and a mini-quiz at the end. Finish them all to earn the Academy Diploma 🎓
Strong passwords
Learn how to create long passwords that are easy to remember, why you should never reuse them and how a password manager can help.
LESSON 2Two-step verification (2FA)
An extra layer of protection: even if someone gets hold of your password, they can't get in without the second step. Learn about the different types of 2FA and how to turn it on.
LESSON 3Phishing and scams
Scammers use emails, text messages, phone calls, social media and QR codes to steal information. Learn the warning signs and what to do if you've clicked.
LESSON 4Privacy and your digital footprint
Every post, photo and search leaves a footprint that can stay around for years. Learn what not to share, how to remove the location from your photos and how to adjust your privacy settings.
LESSON 5Staying safe on social media
How to use Instagram, TikTok, Snapchat or WhatsApp safely: private accounts, friend requests, fake profiles, dangerous challenges and screenshots.
LESSON 6Cyberbullying
Bullying online hurts just as much as bullying in the playground. Learn how to recognise it, how to respond, how to keep evidence, who to tell and how to be a good friend online.
LESSON 7Safe online gaming
Games are great fun, but they also come with chat with strangers, “free currency” scams, in-game purchases and time that slips away without you noticing. Learn how to play safely.
LESSON 8Downloads and harmful software
Viruses, trojans and ransomware hide in fake apps, “cracked” games, attachments and USB sticks. Learn how to download safely and keep your device healthy.
LESSON 9Wi-Fi and networks
Free Wi-Fi in cafés, on buses or at the airport is handy, but it can be risky. Learn about the dangers of public networks, what HTTPS and VPNs do and how to secure the router at home.
LESSON 10Artificial intelligence and deepfakes
AI chatbots are powerful tools, but they can get things wrong and you shouldn't trust them with your personal information. Learn how to spot fake photos, videos and voices, and how to use AI honestly at school.
LESSON 11Shopping and money online
Fake shops, offers that are “too good to be true” and scams on online marketplaces are common. Learn how to shop safely and why you should never share your card's security code.
LESSON 12Digital wellbeing
Technology should work for us, not control us. Learn how to balance your screen time, sleep well, quieten your notifications and stop comparing yourself with “perfect” lives online.