Interested in the online world?

You have a bright future ahead. Just make sure you understand the boundaries online.

Do you know the law online?

Check out the examples:

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  • DDoS Attack: Crashing someone’s game or service? Illegal and punishable.

  • Account Takeover: Logging into a friend’s account without permission = criminal offence

DDoS Attack

“Sam is playing an online game and wants a higher rank. Sam sends a DDoS attack to crash their opponent’s connection, so she wins and gets a better rank.”

Sam is not just playing a game. She has broken the law: Unauthorised impairment of electronic communication contrary to subsection 477.3of the Criminal Code Act 1995 (Cth)

subsection 477.3of the Criminal Code Act 1995 (Cth)
Abuse Act

“Eric logs in to a friend’s social media account without permission and posts something as a prank”

Eric is not just playing a prank but has broken the law: Unauthorised access to, or modification of, restricted data contrary to subsection 478.1 of the Criminal Code Act 1995 (Cth)

subsection 478.1 of the Criminal Code Act 1995 (Cth)
Did you know?

Did you know that everything leaves a digital footprint in the online world? Would you like to know more about what is legal and illegal online?

If you are in doubt, ask your parent(s)/guardian) or a trusted adult for help. You can also visit: www.afp.gov.au/crimes/cybercrime website for more information.

Digital footprint

Are you interested in building your digital skills safely, responsibly and legally?

Want to try something new, or find out how your digital interests could turn into a real job? Check out the initiatives below!*

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Keeping cyberspace safe!

This campaign is led by the International Cyber Offender Prevention Network (InterCOP). InterCOP is an international network of law enforcement agencies that focus on the prevention of cybercrime. This campaign and InterCOP are co-funded by the European Union.

* The resources listed on this page are third-party initiatives selected because they are freely and publicly accessible. We are not affiliated with, and are not responsible for, the content, availability, security, or privacy practices of these external websites or platforms. Please review each provider’s terms of service and privacy policy before use.