Digital Privacy Essentials is a course designed to give participants a strong understanding of how to safeguard their personal data online. With the growing use of digital platforms, it is essential to be aware of how your information is collected, shared, and potentially misused. This course aims to provide practical strategies to manage and protect your privacy in the digital world.
The course covers the basics of how data is collected on popular platforms, including social media, search engines, and websites. Participants will learn how to adjust privacy settings to limit data exposure, reduce tracking, and control who can access their information. The course also explains how to manage cookies and other tools used by websites to track user behaviour.
In addition to platform-specific privacy settings, this course introduces the concept of managing your overall digital footprint. You will learn how to monitor what personal data is publicly available and what steps to take to remove or limit unwanted exposure. This includes understanding the importance of regularly reviewing online profiles and search engine results associated with your name.
Furthermore, the course touches on the key aspects of data protection regulations in the UK, including the GDPR, empowering individuals to exercise their rights to access, correct, or delete personal data held by organisations. After completing this course, participants will be well-equipped to manage their personal data, maintain privacy, and mitigate the risks of data breaches or misuse.
Course Details
This course is aimed at individuals who want to better understand how their personal data is collected and used online. It is perfect for students, professionals, and anyone concerned about their digital footprint and privacy. Whether you're a beginner with little knowledge of digital privacy or a professional looking to enhance your understanding of data protection, this course offers valuable insights into protecting your information in today's digital world. It’s also an excellent choice for small business owners who need to ensure compliance with data protection regulations.
Understand how personal data is collected, processed, and used by online platforms.
Be aware of privacy laws and regulations, such as GDPR and more, and their impact on personal data management.
Gain strategies for protecting personal information on social media, websites, and apps.
Learn how to control and minimise their digital footprint by managing privacy settings.
Be equipped with the knowledge to recognise and mitigate online privacy risks.
Introduction to Digital Privacy: Understanding how online platforms collect and use personal data.
Privacy Laws and Regulations: An overview of key regulations such as GDPR (General Data Protection Regulation) and more.
Managing Your Digital Footprint: Techniques for monitoring and controlling what information about you is available online.
Data Protection Tools: Introduction to encryption, privacy settings, and secure browsing habits.
Case Studies and Best Practices: Real-world examples of data breaches and privacy mismanagement, and how to avoid them.
Our courses typically run between 1 to 2 hours and are conducted virtually online. This duration is designed to deliver impactful content while keeping participants engaged and focused. We include a range of interactive activities such as quizzes, polls, videos, and Q&A sessions to make the learning experience dynamic and engaging.
The 1 to 2-hour format allows for deep dives into topics without overwhelming attendees, ensuring they can actively participate and absorb the material. For most courses, this timeframe is ideal for virtual learning, offering enough time to cover the key objectives while maintaining attention and energy levels.
For clients with specific training needs, we also offer bespoke courses that can be customised to extend beyond the standard duration. If you require more extensive training, you can book multiple courses that span 8 to 12 hours across a week or longer. This flexible approach ensures that the training is comprehensive without sacrificing quality or engagement, allowing teams to build knowledge over time.
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