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How to Recognize Online Scams
Learn how online scams work, how to spot common warning signs and how to protect yourself from fraud in your everyday digital life.
Duration
90 minutes
Certificate
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Level
Beginner
About the workshop
Learn through experience
Online scams can appear anywhere: in emails, on websites, through WhatsApp or SMS, and on social media. In this workshop, you’ll learn how scammers exploit trust, which methods are commonly used and what to look out for when you receive suspicious messages or offers. You’ll also learn how to better protect your accounts and what to do if you have already fallen victim to a scam.
Topics
What you will learn
Recognize common types of online fraud
Assess suspicious messages, websites and offers
Better protect their accounts with strong passwords and 2FA/passkeys
Explain basic social engineering techniques
Recognize common phishing and scam attempts
Respond appropriately to a scam attempt
Know what steps to take after falling victim to fraud
Requirements
What you should bring
- No technical knowledge required
Target-Audience
Who's it for?
The workshop is aimed at anyone who wants to feel more confident when dealing with online scams. It is particularly suitable for: People who regularly use email, WhatsApp, SMS or social media People who shop online or use online banking Beginners who have little previous knowledge about online scams Parents and older adults who want to better protect themselves or their families Anyone who wants to learn how to recognize phishing, fake online shops and other types of scams No technical knowledge is required.
Organise the workshop
Interested? Book the workshop for your school, company or community and help others understand technology in a practical way.
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