Digital Safety Kit

Journalists face a wide range of digital threats and it’s increasingly important that they protect themselves and their sources by keeping up to date on the latest digital security news and threats such as hacking, phishing, and surveillance. Journalists should think about the information they are responsible for and what could happen if it falls into the wrong hands, and take measures to defend their accounts, devices, communications, and online activity.

This digital safety kit is designed to be a general starting point for journalists looking to increase their digital safety. For more detailed security advice, please see our Safety Notes. Journalists are encouraged to complete a risk assessment before starting their assignments.