Upcoming webinars
Cyber Scotland Week 2025
We have a series of six free webinars you can attend to boost your cyber confidence. Register for each session using the links below.
Monday 24th February, 10:00-11:00
Six actions for staying safe online
When it comes to staying safe online, it can feel like there’s a lot to do. But did you know that by doing six simple things you can help keep yourself safe? Whether you’re new to using a device, you support people using devices, or you just want to refresher, come along and find out how to keep yourself safe online in just six simple steps. There will be a demonstration of some useful tools to help keep you safe, as well as to help you on our learning journey, as well as plenty of time to ask questions. Register now to reserve your place.
Tuesday 25th February. 10:00-11:00
Staying safe from phishing scams
One of the biggest threats to your online safety comes from phishing scams. Phishing scams try and trick you into revealing sensitive information or making payments, and they can be easy to fall for. This session shows you all you need to recognise phishing scams, as well as how to use clever digital tools to help keep you safe online. Whether you have never heard of phishing before, or you just want a refresher, this session has everything you need to help keep you safe from phishing scams. There is a question and answer session at the end, so you can ask any questions you have about staying safe from online scams. Register now to reserve your place.
Friday 28th February, 10:00-11:00
How to cope in a data breach
If you have ever made an account with a website or app, there is a risk that your data could end up in the hands of cyber criminals. Even if you do everything right, cyber criminals might be able to hack into the website or app and steal your data this way. This session looks at how you can reduce the risk of being involved in a data breach, and what to do if you are. Putting in place some simple actions now can make a big difference when it comes to being resilient in the face of a data breach. Whether you are just beginning on your digital learning journey, or you just want to refresh your knowledge, this session has all you need to ensure you can cope in a data breach. There will be a demonstration of some helpful digital tools, and plenty of time for questions. Register now to reserve your place.
Monday 3rd March, 10:00-11:00
Staying safe on social media
Whether you’re staying in touch with friends and family, finding out about what’s happening in your area, or even looking for work, social media can be a great tool for enjoying the internet. But it isn’t without risk. This session looks at a range of the most common dangers on social media, from phishing scams to fake news, and thinks about easy ways to help you stay safe from danger. So, if you’re brand new to being online, you have accounts on lots of different platforms, or you support someone else and you want a reminder, there is something for everyone in this informative session. There will be plenty of time for any questions. Register now to reserve your place.
Tuesday 4th March, 10:00-11:00
Looking after your digital footprint
Your digital footprint is all of the information that exists about you online. Even if you think you have a small digital presence, your digital footprint may be much larger – and more valuable – then you realise. In this practical session, you take the reins as a cyber criminal trying to get useful information from a potential victim’s online presence. In this eye-opening session, you’ll learn about how data can be exploited, and we’ll think about how to limit the amount of data that exists about you online, helping to keep you safe from different cyber attacks. Register now to reserve your place.
NB – this session requires you to have access to Lead Scotland’s online learning platform, my.lead. Sign up now for a free account and access to over 20 free training courses.
Wednesday 5th March, 10:00-11:00
Staying safe from romance scams
Did you know that around 2 in 5 relationships now start online? Cyber criminals do. Romance scams are a type of scam where cyber criminals pose as a genuine love interest, only to scam victims out of money. In the UK last year, over £73 million was lost to romance scams. This session digs deep into how romance scams work, how we can identify romance scams, and what to do if you, or someone you know, may have been the victim of a romance scam. There is plenty of time for questions at the end of this session, so you can ask anything you need to know about this type of fraud. Register now to reserve your place.
Learn online
If you don’t want to wait you can get started today with our self study option: My Lead – Homepage | Lead Scotland
Got a question? Contact cyberproject@lead.org.uk.
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