Stay safe online

When doing things online it is important to protect your account and personal information. Whether you’re an employer or a job seeker, follow these steps to give yourself the best protection:

Protect your password and account details

• Use a strong password such as a passphrase
• Change your password regularly
• Use a unique password that you don’t use on any other websites
• Don’t share your password or sign in details with anyone
• Always sign out of your account when you have finished using it
• If you are using a computer in a public location, clear the browser cache, cookies and history after you have signed out of your account

Protect your computer or device

• Install antivirus and anti-spyware software on your computer and devices
• Update your antivirus and anti-spyware software regularly
• Run regular scans for viruses
• Keep your internet browser and mobile apps up-to-date