Cyber Security Pledge to build safe online environment
In the current scenario where the world is going digital, we can aptly address ourselves as the digital citizens of the cyber world. As digital citizens, it is essential we are aptly aware and alert about these online frauds or dangers and follow best online digital practices to stay safe in cyber space.
Come, let us all take the cyber security pledge and commit ourselves to build safe online environment.
NATIONAL CYBER SAFETY & SECURITY PLEDGE
I, the citizen of digital India and a user of the global cyber space, take the pledge to be cyber aware and alert in safeguarding myself, my family and friends to enable a safe cyber society that can capably fight back online dangers and does not tolerate any cybercrimes or frauds.
I pledge to follow ethical, hygienic and secure digital practices at all times and promise to –
Take personal responsibility for digital safety and follow cyber hygiene practices at all times for online security.
Strictly comply to policies, guidelines and procedures of my organization.
Report all suspicious and inappropriate cyber incidents to competent authorities.
Always assess about the risks and their impact, before use of cyberspace.
Make use of cyber space in ethical & kind manner only and will not engage in cyber bullying, posting undesirable comments, fake news etc.
Safeguard all sensitive data from inappropriate disclosure.
Respect and protect the digital privacy of others and self.
Be aware and adhere to copyrights policy of online resources.
Enable security and privacy settings while making use of online resources.
Promote awareness on cyber hygiene and safety among friends, family, colleagues and community
I pledge to be a responsible citizen of India in playing my part for ensuring a safe online environment.
I pledge to be more cyber aware and alert in safeguarding myself, my family and friends against possible cybercrimes or frauds in the digital world, by following secured and hygienic online practices. I pledge to follow ethical, hygienic and secured digital practices at home / office / school / organisation / institute and public places always.
I promise to:
Never publish or share my personal and private details like pictures, full name, date of birth, school address, parents details etc., online openly with everyone
Never share the financial details like Debit Card/ Credit Card/PIN /OTP with anyone
Refrain from cyber bullying, posting any inflammatory or derogatory comments or posts
Always be careful with passwords and never share them with anyone and Keep changing them regularly, using different passwords for different accounts
Enable security and privacy features on social media accounts and Instant Messaging apps like WhatsApp, Telegram etc.,
Never click on suspicious links/ advertisements/ free offers/ free antivirus etc., circulated online
Only use reliable and authentic sources to download apps, software and files
Never forward messages and news received online, without proper verification or authentication
Put a password lock / PIN on my computer and mobile
Install anti-virus/malware/spyware software and use updated software/OS with required software patches
Respect copyrights policy and will not indulge in unauthorized use of content and resources available online
Never use a public/open Wi-Fi network for banking, shopping or other sensitive activities
Help in spreading awareness of hygienic cyber security practices among friends, family and colleagues
I join the cyber security bandwagon across the country and commit to being safe online and keeping others safe online.
ISEA urges all the citizens to not only take the pledge but also encourage friends, family and others in community to do the same to make the cyber space safe and secure zone for everyone.