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Small Business Guide

Five quick and easy steps outlined in the guide could save time, money and even your business’ reputation. The steps outlined can significantly reduce the chances of your business becoming a victim of cyber crime.

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Social Media

Police Scotland’s advice on what precautions you should take when sharing information on social networking websites.

Guide to Phishing, Smishing and Vishing Scams

This guide explains how scammers use email, texts, and phone calls to steal personal or financial information. It highlights common tactics, warning signs and practical steps to protect yourself, helping readers recognise and respond to these everyday cyber threats.

Student Online Safety Guide – Chinese Version

Simplified Chinese translation of the Student Online Safety Guide from Police Scotland. Common frauds that students are experiencing today can range from the more recognisable face-to-face fraud to those carried out by someone anonymously online. This guide in will equip […]

Cyber Incident Response Toolkit

Cyber incident response toolkit to help organisations develop plans for responding to the threat of cyber attacks.

Digital Footprint

Advice on creating a positive presence online. Young Scot explain what’s a digital footprint and why it matters?

Social Engineering Guidance

This guide explains how criminals manipulate people – rather than systems – to gain access to information or control. It explores common tactics like impersonation, urgency and exploitation of trust and then provides practical steps for recognising and resisting such […]