Online gendered violence is an increasing phenomenon on the internet. Our Digital Safety Intern has collated some resources to help survivors of this issue. Understanding your experiences Being aware of different types of technology-facilitated gender-based violence can help you understand troubling experiences you have had and access the right support. The below guide provides different […]

Continuing with our theme of ‘Curating your Online Presence’, I have put together some resources to help you control your data on social media platforms. Privacy basics It makes sense to start with the basic considerations of privacy – look through these tips and then read on for a more comprehensive overview of different data […]

Hi, it’s Aysha again – the Digital Safety Intern with the Digital Skills, Design and Training Team at the University of Edinburgh. Each month I explore different aspects of Digital Safety, Wellbeing and Citizenship. In March 2025 the set theme is Curating your online presence . It explores technical and social aspects of curating yourself […]

 1. Verify yourself Most dating apps encourage their users to verify themselves. This is not a pointless, time-consuming activity – it helps add a layer of authenticity to your profile and helps people avoid scams and false profiles. This can protect you from hackers using your photos to pose as you on apps. Usually, the […]