Data Privacy Resources
We’ve put together some resources that offer information and support for data privacy and safety:
Get Safe Online – Get Safe Online is the UK’s leading internet safety website. They provide unbiased, factual and easy-to-understand information on online safety.
Cyber Scotland – Getting the Basics Right – Providing some simple steps you can take to protect yourself and your business from cyber security risks to ensure you have the basics in place.
UK Safer Internet Centre – They provide support and services to children and young people, adults facing online harms, and professionals working with children.
Data Detox Kit – Simple to follow guides on how to improve your online security and gain control over your information online with these privacy-related detoxes.
Digital Footprint – Free Online Course by The University of Edinburgh. The course will focus on the different dimensions of a digital footprint, including developing an effective online presence, managing your privacy, creating opportunities for networking, balancing and managing professional and personal presences (eprofessionalism).
The Markup – Learn about Privacy Policies and what to look out for (US based).
Terms of Service; Didn’t Read (TOS;DR) – A community reviewed ranking system that simplifies Terms of Service and privacy policies of many major companies into simple ratings to safeguard your data and access.
Cyber Aware – Advice on how to stay secure online from the UK’s National Cyber Security Centre
Looking for support on a specific issue or want to report something? Here are some helpful websites:
Citizens Advice Scotland – If you are needing legal advice about an online harm or issue.
Information Commissioner’s Office – If you are wanting to make a complaint or find out more about your data rights.
Ofcom – If you’ve experienced or would like to report harmful content online, Ofcom have a list of support services who can help.
And below are some links with more information about your general data rights which might include more legal or technical language:
Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO) – The Rights of Individuals
Data Protection Act – UK Government
If you have any resources or links you think we should include, please send them to us. Our contact details can be found on the ‘About the Project’ page.
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