Online Safety
Your safety online matters. If you are researching support services, it’s important to know how to protect your privacy.
Quick Tips for Staying Safe Online
Use a private window: Browsers like Chrome, Safari, and Edge offer “Incognito” or “Private Browsing” modes. When using these, your history won’t be saved once you close the window.
Clear your browsing history: If you’ve used a regular browser window, you may want to clear your history afterwards. This removes records of the websites you’ve visited.
Delete cookies and cache: Websites often store information on your computer. Clearing cookies and cache can help keep your activity private.
Know the “quick exit”: NQWLS has a “quick exit” button that will take you away from the site immediately. If you’re worried someone might walk in while you’re reading, keep this in mind.
Use a safe device: If you can, use a phone, computer, or tablet that only you can access. If that’s not possible, try to avoid saving passwords or staying logged in.
How to Clear Your Browser History
Google Chrome: Go to the three dots in the top right > History > Clear browsing data.
Safari (Mac/iPhone/iPad): Go to History > Clear History.
Microsoft Edge: Go to the three dots in the top right > History > Clear browsing data.
Firefox: Go to the three lines in the top right > History > Clear recent history.
Remember…
No online safety method is perfect. If you are in an unsafe situation, it’s important to think about whether using the internet could put you at risk. If you are ever in immediate danger, please call 000 (in Australia).
If you need confidential support, you can contact 1800 RESPECT (1800 737 732), available 24/7.
For legal advice and support call our free support line:
Available 9:00am to 4:30pm (AEST) Monday to Friday
Get Help & Stay Safe
If you are worried about keeping yourself and your family safe, find information on services available to you here.