There are so many pieces that go into security and privacy for accounts, devices, and using the Internet more generally, and so many different considerations that are specific to a survivor’s situation, that it can be difficult to know where to start. This guide goes through the basics of device, account, and general Internet security and privacy piece by piece, tailored to the frequent needs of and risks faced by survivors in different situations. The clickable table of contents allows for skipping to the sections most relevant to a given situation.

Last updated June 2023

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