Category: Cyber Security

How to Safely Get Rid of Old Devices

In this session, our teen tech mentors will show you how to safely recycle or donate old devices. Learn how to erase your personal data, where to take your devices (such as certified recycling programs or retailers like Best Buy), and how to avoid data theft.


Your participation helps us continue connecting generations through technology. If you’ve benefited from our programs, please consider making a donation at www.cyberseniors.org/donate. Every contribution—big or small—helps older adults gain confidence with digital skills and stay connected with loved ones.

Using PayPal safely

In this session, our teen tech mentors will explain how to set up a PayPal account, how to use it for online payments, and what to watch for to help you avoid scams, fake emails, and suspicious requests.


Your participation helps us continue connecting generations through technology. If you’ve benefited from our programs, please consider making a donation at www.cyberseniors.org/donate. Every contribution—big or small—helps older adults gain confidence with digital skills and stay connected with loved ones.

How to Fact-Check Information Online

In this session, our teen tech mentors will show you simple ways to verify information you find online, including how to check sources, cross-reference facts, and avoid falling for misinformation.


Your participation helps us continue connecting generations through technology. If you’ve benefited from our programs, please consider making a donation at www.cyberseniors.org/donate. Every contribution—big or small—helps older adults gain confidence with digital skills and stay connected with loved ones.

Using a Credit Card vs Debit Card

In this session, our teen tech mentors will explain the key differences between credit cards and debit cards, including how they work, when to use each one, and important tips to help you protect your money and avoid fraud.


Your participation helps us continue connecting generations through technology. If you’ve benefited from our programs, please consider making a donation at www.cyberseniors.org/donate. Every contribution—big or small—helps older adults gain confidence with digital skills and stay connected with loved ones.

What Happens If Your Email Is Hacked?

In this session, our teen tech mentors will explain the warning signs that your email may have been hacked and walk through simple steps you can take to secure your account, recover access, and prevent it from happening again.


Your participation helps us continue connecting generations through technology. If you’ve benefited from our programs, please consider making a donation at www.cyberseniors.org/donate. Every contribution—big or small—helps older adults gain confidence with digital skills and stay connected with loved ones.

Could That Call Be AI ? How to Spot Voice Scams

In this session, our teen tech mentors will demonstrate how AI tools can help you plan travel itineraries, generate meal ideas, and organize activities.


Your participation helps us continue connecting generations through technology. If you’ve benefited from our programs, please consider making a donation at www.cyberseniors.org/donate. Every contribution—big or small—helps older adults gain confidence with digital skills and stay connected with loved ones.

Using Call Screening to Avoid Spam Calls

In this session, our teen tech mentors will demonstrate how call screening tools work and how you can use them to manage unknown or spam calls with confidence.


Your participation helps us continue connecting generations through technology. If you’ve benefited from our programs, please consider making a donation at www.cyberseniors.org/donate. Every contribution—big or small—helps older adults gain confidence with digital skills and stay connected with loved ones.

Understanding App Stores: What’s Safe to Download

In this session, our teen tech mentors will explain how app stores work on iPhone and Android, show you how to read app details and reviews, and share tips to help you decide whether an app is safe and trustworthy before downloading.


Your participation helps us continue connecting generations through technology. If you’ve benefited from our programs, please consider making a donation at www.cyberseniors.org/donate. Every contribution—big or small—helps older adults gain confidence with digital skills and stay connected with loved ones.

Sharing Your Location Safely With Family

In this session, our teen tech mentors will show you how location sharing works on smartphones, demonstrate safe ways to share your location with trusted family members, and explain how to turn location sharing on or off at any time.


Your participation helps us continue connecting generations through technology. If you’ve benefited from our programs, please consider making a donation at www.cyberseniors.org/donate. Every contribution—big or small—helps older adults gain confidence with digital skills and stay connected with loved ones.

Romance Scams: What to Watch For

In this session, our teen tech mentors will discuss how romance scams typically begin, common warning signs to look out for, and steps you can take to protect yourself online.


Your participation helps us continue connecting generations through technology. If you’ve benefited from our programs, please consider making a donation at www.cyberseniors.org/donate. Every contribution—big or small—helps older adults gain confidence with digital skills and stay connected with loved ones.