Browsing the web
If your internet use is monitored by your abuser, or you suspect it might be used to gather information about you, consider limiting the information saved about where you go online.
Delete your browser history. This will delete your browser's list of all the websites you've been to. If you are unsure how to do this, there are guides online for example, how to clear internet browser history.
Browse using incognito or private mode. This will allow you to browse the internet without your browser saving any of your cache, cookies, and browser history. If you are unsure how to do this, there are guides online. These include: Finding Your Browser's Private Browsing Mode.
Use a Virtual Private Network (VPN). This will allow you to browse the internet in a way that is encrypted and anonymous.
Social media
Make your accounts private. This will limit the number of people who can see your information.
Think about how much information you want to share. Do you want to disclose where you live, work, and socialise?
Make sure your friends, family, and anyone else you interact with online all know your preferences. For example, make sure your friends know not to tag the location in any photos of you. Also, let them know not to post when or where they are meeting you when you socialise together.
Think about what can be seen in photos of you online. Consider things such as landmarks, street names, or corporate uniforms.
University websites
Be aware of where information about you is displayed on the University website:
If you do not want your photo to be displayed, you can change this by logging into Pegasus. Under the Human Resources tab, click on Maintain Staff Profile.
If you do not want your name, job title, department, or contact details to be displayed, email operationalsupporthr@strath.ac.uk.
In everyday life
Be aware of who you're talking to and how well you know them. What might seem like friendly chit-chat with a stranger can actually reveal a lot about you.
Be cautious about revealing information, like locations and if you live alone.
Make your friends, family, and the other people in your life aware of your choices. For example, ask your colleagues not to share information about your working pattern.