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Browsing Securely training

Two microlessons on safe web browsing, public Wi-Fi and using personal devices for work, with a situational test and a certificate of completion.

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About this course

What the Browsing Securely course covers

This short course covers safe browsing and personal device use in two microlessons. It covers recognizing secure websites and avoiding fake ones, browser security features, staying safe on public Wi-Fi, and the risks of using personal devices for work, from passwords and multi-factor authentication to updates and reporting threats, in line with UK data protection law.

Learning outcomes

What your people will be able to do

  • Understand how UK data protection law applies to everyday browsing
  • Browse securely using HTTPS, browser features and regular updates
  • Use a VPN or a trusted connection on public Wi-Fi
  • Identify and reduce the risks of using personal devices for work
  • Protect devices with multi-factor authentication and antivirus updates
  • Recognize and report threats such as phishing and fake websites
Course contents

2 microlessons

Each microlesson is a short, TikTok-style video lesson, with knowledge checks along the way.

1Safe Web Browsing Practices
2Safe Use of Personal Devices

  1. Safe Web Browsing Practices: Secure browsing habits, browser security features and public Wi-Fi.
  2. Safe Use of Personal Devices: The risks of using personal devices for work, and how to protect them.
A 5Mins certificate of completion for Browsing Securely (UK), lying on a desk next to a laptop
Certificate

A certificate for every learner who completes it

Learners finish every microlesson and complete the assessments. 5Mins then issues a certificate of completion for Browsing Securely (UK).

  • Certificates and e-signatures stored against each learner
  • Audit-ready records, ready whenever an auditor asks
  • Completion shows on the Compliance Dashboard in real time
Audience and regulation

Who it's for and the law it covers

Who it's for

  • Every employee who uses the web for work
  • Remote and hybrid workers
  • Staff who use personal phones or laptops for work
  • New joiners, as part of onboarding

Laws covered

  • UK GDPR and the Data Protection Act 2018. Organizations must keep personal data secure, including on the devices and networks staff use.
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  • CertifyCertificates

    Certificates and e-signatures are issued and stored for every completion.

  • ProveAudit-ready records

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Since go-live, our compliance completion and pass rates are 100%, and it's the quickest we've ever got there. Automated reminders and reporting save us about a day per course.

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We were sitting at 20% completion on our mandatory training. We're now at 80%. People finish short lessons between calls, on mobile, and managers can see where their teams are, so chasing completion is no longer a one-person job.

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Your questions answered

Questions about Browsing Securely training

How long is the Browsing Securely course?

It's made up of 2 microlessons, each under 5 minutes. Learners can finish it in one sitting or spread it over a few days, and 5Mins sends reminders until it is done.

Is there a certificate?

Yes. Learners get a certificate of completion once they finish every microlesson and complete the situational test. The record is stored in 5Mins for audits.

What does the course cover?

Safe web browsing, spotting secure and fake websites, public Wi-Fi, and the risks of using personal devices for work.

Is public Wi-Fi safe for work?

Public Wi-Fi can be risky. The course explains how to use a VPN or a trusted connection, and when to avoid public networks for work.

Who should take this course?

Every employee who uses the web or a personal device for work.

How often should staff take this training?

Threats change quickly, so most organizations refresh cybersecurity awareness at least once a year. In 5Mins you can set the course to repeat, for example every 12 months.

Can I try the course first?

Yes. Request a free sample lesson and book a short demo with our team. After your demo, we'll share sample lessons with you so you can see the format for yourself.

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