This workshop helps older adults take control of their online safety. We will teach attendees how to make and manage strong passwords using simple tools like password managers and passphrases. We’ll also explain how multi-factor authentication (MFA) works and why it adds important protection.

We will discuss how to keep personal information private online—such as adjusting social media privacy settings and managing account details. Attendees will learn how to avoid identity theft by understanding how data breaches happen and what steps they can take to monitor their accounts.

We’ll also teach how to freeze credit reports to prevent scammers from opening accounts in someone else’s name. Handouts and step-by-step guides will be provided so attendees can follow up at home.

By the end of this session, attendees will have practical tools and knowledge to feel safer and more confident using the internet.

This event runs 90 minutes, with plenty of breaks and time at the end for Q&A. It is geared towards adults over the age of 55 and will be hosted at the Round Rock Public Library in Round Rock, Texas.

Topics covered:

• Creating and managing strong passwords (password managers, passphrases)

• Multi-factor authentication (MFA) and why it’s important

• Keeping personal information private online (social media settings, online accounts)

• Avoiding identity theft (data breaches, monitoring accounts)

• How to freeze your credit

Pre-registration is open here. Attendance is free for anyone; all tickets are provided at no cost to attendees.