Download our free PDF cheat sheet packed full of tips to help you stay safe and secure when you're online.

The web is a bit of a wild west. While hosting companies and domain providers can lay down regulations, that doesn't mean you can always browse safely. There are unscrupulous people out there who are looking to take advantage of you—infect your system with a virus, steal your data, hack your accounts, and so on.

It's for that reason that you need to be sensible when you're browsing online. You need to browse safe websites, download only from trusted sources, and use different passwords for every service.

To help you out, we've put together this guide that's packed full of handy tips to consider when you're browsing online. We've covered advice around passwords, social media, emails, and more.

FREE DOWNLOAD: This cheat sheet is available as a downloadable PDF from our distribution partner, TradePub. You will have to complete a short form to access it for the first time only. Download the Security Tips to Protect Yourself When Browsing Online Cheat Sheet.

You're never going to be totally secure when browsing online—such is the nature of a web that anyone can contribute to—but you can significantly lower your risk by browsing trusted sites. Of course, follow these tips and you'll be well protected.

One of the key things you need to look out for online is malware and scams. Have your wits about you, don't get drawn in by scams; if it sounds too good to be true, then it probably is.

Joe is a Deputy Editor at MUO. He has a BA (Hons) in Business and over a decade of professional writing and editing experience.

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