Digital Confidence

Technology, made easier—just for you.

Digital Confidence helps you build everyday tech skills and stay safe online and offline. Learn to spot scams, protect your privacy, and be more in control—one simple step at a time.

We have a growing library of videos, guides, and more to help you online and offline.

“Anyone who stops learning is old, whether at twenty or eighty. Anyone who keeps learning stays young.”

-Henry Ford

Learn about the many ways we protect you.

Fraud

Cybersecurity

Scam Awareness

We teach you how to recognize tricks designed to get money or personal information from you.

Grandparent Scam – Someone pretends to be your grandchild in trouble and begs for money.
Romance Scam – A stranger online claims to love you, then asks for money.
Lottery/Prize Scam – You’re told you’ve won, but you have to pay to receive the prize.
Tech Support Scam – A popup warns you about a fake virus and asks you to call for help.
Government Scam – Someone calls pretending to be from Social Security or the IRS.

Fraud Awareness

We help you spot and stop financial tricks that try to steal your money or goods.

Online Shopping Fraud – You buy something online, but it never shows up.
Fake Check Scam – You get a check and are asked to send money back, but the check is fake.
Charity Fraud – A scammer asks for donations to a fake cause.
Overpayment Scam – Someone “accidentally” sends you too much and asks for a refund.
Rental or Real Estate Scam – A great deal appears online, but it’s fake.

Email Safety

We teach you how to tell if an email is real, safe to open, or dangerous.

Phishing Emails – A fake message asks you to click or give personal info.
Fake Account Alerts – “Your account is locked” or “Suspicious activity” emails.
Invoice Scams – You get a bill for something you never ordered.
Hacked Friend Email – A friend’s email sends you strange requests.
Too-Good-To-Be-True Offers – Free gifts or prizes that lead to trouble.

Smartphone Safety

We show you how to make your phone secure and easier to use every day.

Unwanted Apps – Some apps track you or slow down your phone.
Spam Texts – Messages with fake links or “urgent” alerts.
Fake Calls – Scammers pretend to be your bank or family.
Location Tracking – Some apps share where you are.
Phone Lock & PINs – Leaving your phone unlocked makes it easy to misuse.

Online Banking Safety

We help you use your bank’s website or app with more confidence and less worry.

Fake Bank Websites – Lookalike sites that steal your login info.
Emails or Texts from “Your Bank” – Asking for account info or PINs.
Public Wi-Fi Risks – Logging in at cafes, hotels, or airports.
Account Alerts – Many people miss fraud because alerts are off.
Password Reuse – Using the same password for many accounts.

Identity Protection

We teach you how to keep your personal information safe—and what to do if someone steals it.

Stolen Social Security Number – Used to open loans or credit cards.
Medicare Fraud – Someone uses your Medicare card for fake treatment.
Impersonation – Someone pretends to be you to open accounts.
Lost Wallet or Mail – Important papers or cards fall into the wrong hands.
Data Breaches – Your info gets leaked from another company.

Wi-Fi & Travel Safety

We teach you how to stay safe online when you’re at home, at the airport, or traveling.

Public Wi-Fi Risks – Free Wi-Fi can be used to steal your info.
Fake Wi-Fi Names – Scammers create lookalike networks.
Unsecured Home Wi-Fi – No password or old settings.
Always-On Bluetooth – Can let others connect without your permission.
Using a VPN – A private way to connect on public Wi-Fi.

Social Media Safety

We teach you how to enjoy Facebook and other platforms without putting yourself at risk.

Fake Friend Requests – Someone pretending to be someone you know.
Oversharing – Telling too much about your plans or personal life.
Message Scams – You get a message asking for money or help.
Quiz & Game Apps – Fun games that steal your information.
Privacy Settings – Many profiles are wide open by default.

Cybersecurity Basics

We teach you small changes that make a big difference in keeping your devices safe.

Strong Passwords – Easy-to-guess passwords are risky.
Password Managers – Tools that remember your passwords for you.
Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA/2FA) – A second step when logging in.
Software Updates – Updates fix holes that hackers try to use.
Safe Clicking – Clicking without checking can lead to trouble.

Watch and Learn

Our videos are custom developed and focused on helping you understand a range of subjects.

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Use our Golden Guide
to guide you.

The Golden Guide contains useful information to help you independently achieve digital confidence.

With our guide, you will:

learn about common ways to protect yourself online and offline
have access to a set of routines to follow
know when and how to reach out to us for more help.

Digital Confidence

We have a growing library of videos, guides, and more to help you online and offline.

“Anyone who stops learning is old, whether at twenty or eighty. Anyone who keeps learning stays young.”

-Henry Ford

Learn about the many ways we protect you.

Fraud

Cybersecurity

Scam Awareness

Fraud Awareness

Email Safety

Smartphone Safety

Online Banking Safety

Identity Protection

Wi-Fi & Travel Safety

Social Media Safety

Cybersecurity Basics

Watch and Learn

Use our Golden Guide
to guide you.

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(914) 362-1000

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500 Executive Blvd STE 307
Ossining, NY 10562

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Digital Confidence

We have a growing library of videos, guides, and more to help you online and offline.

“Anyone who stops learning is old, whether at twenty or eighty. Anyone who keeps learning stays young.”

-Henry Ford

Learn about the many ways we protect you.

Fraud

Cybersecurity

Scam Awareness

Watch and Learn

Use our Golden Guide to guide you.

Explore

IT Support

Digital Confidence

Join Golden Age

Stay Up To Date

What happens after I join your list ?

We'll send you emails about any news we have. We don't email often and we don't share your email address with other people. Joining is optional and you can opt-out at anytime.

Call Us

(914) 362-1000

Visit Us

500 Executive Blvd STE 307 Ossining, NY 10562

Social Media

Use our Golden Guide
to guide you.

500 Executive Blvd STE 307
Ossining, NY 10562