🧭 Resources¶
Here’s a collection of legit places to learn more, check suspicious messages, and report dodgy stuff.
Bookmark this one — it’s worth revisiting.
🕵️ Check if it’s a scam¶
- Scamwatch – Australia’s official scam reporting hub
- Cyber.gov.au – guides from the Australian Cyber Security Centre
- Have I Been Pwned – check if your email’s been in a breach
- IDCARE – free identity theft support
- Google Safe Browsing – check if a website’s been flagged
🔐 Better tools for everyday safety¶
- Password managers: 1Password, Bitwarden
- MFA apps: Authy, Microsoft Authenticator
- Anti-phishing browser extensions: Netcraft Extension
- Scam-aware banking: enable real-time alerts and card locks in your banking app
🎓 Learn more¶
- Stay Smart Online – government awareness program
- The Little Black Book of Scams (PDF) – a classic read
- Phishbate.com – more bite-sized awareness content (Matt’s other project)
🤝 Get involved¶
- Share what you learn. Awareness spreads faster through mates than policies.
- Run a 10-minute “red flag chat” at work or in your family group chat.
- Contribute new stories or examples — Flagged Open will keep growing.
Flagged reminder
Scammers evolve every week.
Staying informed once a month is enough to stay ahead.
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