🧍 Start Here¶
Welcome!
If you’ve ever thought, “I’d never fall for that”, this course is for you — because everyone thinks that right before they do.
Flagged Open is your practical, Aussie-voiced guide to the weird and wonderful world of social engineering — the art of getting people to hand over information, money, or access simply by asking the right way.
đźš© What this section covers¶
- Common scam tactics and the psychology behind them
- How to spot red flags in everyday life
- What to do when something feels “off”
- Simple habits to stay safer online
🤔 Why this matters¶
Social engineers don’t hack systems — they hack people.
They don’t need your password if they can convince you to tell it to them.
A real one
A fake courier email saying “your parcel couldn’t be delivered” feels harmless. You click the link, log in, and — poof — your credentials are gone.
It’s not about being tech-savvy; it’s about staying aware.
đź’ˇ How to get the most out of Flagged¶
- Don’t binge it all. Read a bit, apply it, talk about it with someone.
- Bookmark a few pages — we’ll be adding new topics regularly.
- Have a laugh. Cyber safety doesn’t have to sound like your Year 9 IT teacher.
👇 Next step¶
Head to Spotting Red Flags to start learning how the tricks actually work.