Online Safety Publications
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HEADS UP: STOP. THINK. CONNECT.
The internet offers a world of opportunities, but they come with certain risks. This booklet for kids helps them socialize online safely.
NET CETERA: CHATTING WITH KIDS ABOUT BEING ONLINE
The best thing parents can do to protect their kids online? Talk to them. This guide can help. It covers topics like social media, mobile devices, cyberbullying, and computer security.
START WITH SECURITY: A GUIDE FOR BUSINESS
The FTC’s 50+ data security settlements offer guidance for businesses on how to keep sensitive information safer. Start with Security synthesizes those cases into 10 practical lessons adaptable to companies of any size and in any sector.
CAREFUL CONNECTIONS: BUILDING SECURITY IN THE INTERNET OF THINGS
Does your business sell connected products that are part of the burgeoning Internet of Things? The FTC has tips about building security in from scratch through testing, proper authentication, sensible default settings, and other “defense-in-depth” strategies.
IDENTITY THEFT – A RECOVERY PLAN
This booklet is the FTC’s updated guide for victims of identity theft, including to-do lists, forms, and sample letters. It also promotes IdentityTheft.gov, the FTC’s website for identity theft victims.
