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Are you Privacy Savvy? A Beginner's Guide to Privacy Basics
Christine Aykac

What is considered personal information and what is not? What type of information you must NOT provide when asked

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Price
£19 inc VAT
Study method
Online, On Demand
Duration
2 hours · Self-paced
Qualification
No formal qualification
Certificates
  • Certificate of completion - Free
  • Reed courses certificate of completion - Free
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  • Tutor is available to students
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Overview

Become Privacy Savvy: Protect Your Personal Information in Today’s Digital World

The internet is an incredible place—but it’s also full of hidden risks. Every day, our personal information is collected, tracked, analyzed, and stored in ways most people don’t realize. As someone who spends a lot of time online—using apps, shopping, joining video calls, or just browsing—we started noticing how easily we give away our data. That’s why we created this beginner-friendly course: to help you understand exactly what’s happening with your personal information and how to stay safe in the digital world.

In this course, we guide you step-by-step through the essentials of online privacy, data protection, identity theft prevention, and digital safety—using practical, real-world examples from everyday life. You don’t need a technical background. If you use the internet, this course is for you.

Why We Built This Course

We’ve delivered privacy and cybersecurity education to universities, government agencies, professional groups, and global organizations. Across all these experiences, one thing became clear:
Most people simply don’t know how much personal information they’re giving away—or how easily it can be misused.

If you’ve ever thought…

  • “I don’t have anything to hide.”

  • “Privacy notices are too long to read.”

  • “I use Zoom, Facebook, or WhatsApp—it’s probably fine.”

  • “My postal code or birthday can’t be that important.”

…then this course will change the way you think about digital privacy.

Take Control of Your Digital Life

Privacy isn’t about hiding—it’s about having control. With just a few smart habits, you can protect your identity, your family, and your peace of mind.

Join us in this course, and I’ll show you how to become truly privacy savvy—one practical lesson at a time.

Christine & Amalia

Certificates

Certificate of completion

Digital certificate - Included

Once you have completed your course, you will receive a certificate via email that contains your PDU/CDU information. This certification is evidence of your continued learning and professional development and is essential for maintaining your professional certifications.

The certificate will be sent to the email address you provide at the time of registration, so please make sure it is valid and current. If you have any questions about the certification process, please get in touch with us. We will be happy to assist you.

Thank you for choosing our course!

Christine Aykac

Reed courses certificate of completion

Digital certificate - Included

Will be downloadable when all lectures have been completed

Curriculum

3
sections
6
lectures
2h 3m
total

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Description

Did you know that Facebook Messenger, Skype, WhatsApp, Zoom, or other applications you use to connect with your family, friends, and colleagues record what you are chatting about and capture the data you present? They don’t share your private data; they try to protect your data from hackers. However, these organizations use your data for analytics, which age group uses which applications, topics in your conversations, etc.

Is This Course for You?

If you answer “No” to two or more of these questions, you’ll benefit greatly:

  • Do I know what qualifies as personal information under privacy laws?

  • Do I understand what I should (and shouldn’t) share online?

  • Am I confident I’m protecting personal information at home or at work?

  • Do I know my privacy rights and how to exercise them?

  • Can I spot privacy risks in everyday digital activities?

If not, this course will give you the clarity, confidence, and practical skills you need.

Why This Course Is Different

This course is intentionally practical, accessible, and scenario-driven. I don’t overwhelm you with technical jargon or legal language. Instead, I show you:

  • What to look for

  • What to avoid

  • How to protect yourself

  • How to stay in control of your information

You’ll walk away with clear, actionable steps that make your digital life safer without giving up the convenience you love.

What You’ll Learn

By the end of the course, you’ll be able to:

  • Identify personal information in real-life situations

    From your calendar entries to your postal code—learn what actually counts as personal data.

  • Recognize and avoid common privacy risks

    Including video call over-sharing, retail data mining, “free” online contests, and excessive app permissions.

  • Understand your legal privacy rights

    Know when you can say “no,” how to question organizations, and how to protect yourself under privacy laws.

  • Protect your online identity and prevent identity theft

    Learn practical tactics you can use immediately—from stronger passwords to better privacy settings.

  • Work from home safely without exposing your family’s information

    Use virtual backgrounds, camera angles, and workspace best practices.

  • Make smart choices with apps, social media, and online services

    Understand what companies collect and why—before you click “Accept.”

About AI-Supported Content in This Course

Some lectures in this course are narrated using AI-generated voice technology, and certain videos and visual elements are created or enhanced with artificial intelligence tools. AI supports the clarity, consistency, and accessibility of instruction while maintaining high professional and educational standards.

So don't wait any longer - Sign up today and learn privacy from the experts!

Who is this course for?

Who can take this course:

  • Every day, internet users
  • Remote workers
  • Anyone concerned about cybersecurity, privacy, or online safety

Requirements

Since this is an introductory course, absolutely everyone is welcome. Whether you answer the phone to follow up on orders or answer questions from your existing or potential customers, or work in shipping and other parts of the operations, you constantly handle personal information.

So this course is definitely for you.

Career path

  • Privacy by Design
  • Information security

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