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Small Charity Guide

The advice in the Cyber Security: Small Charity Guide will significantly increase your protection from the most common types of cyber crime. The five topics covered in the guidance are easy to understand, and are free or cost little to implement.

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SIM Swap Guidance

This guide explains how criminals can hijack your mobile phone number by tricking your provider into switching your service to a SIM card under their control. Once they have your number, they can intercept calls and texts – including the […]

Board Toolkit

NCSC’s Board Toolkit will provide you with the tools you need to have the necessary conversations with your IT team/supplier.

Cyber Advisor Scheme

The NCSC scheme to help organisations of all sizes access consistent, high quality cyber security advice. Resource to support with Cyber Essentials readiness and certification

Digital Footprint

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

Cyber Advice and Support

Guidance for individuals, charities and small businesses to improve their cyber resilience and report cyber crime.

Online Shopping

Information about online shopping and how to stay safe online.