The List of Online Privacy and Cyber Safety Resources

Filtering Software

Software that examines incoming data to ensure that only information within certain parameters is allowed to pass through:

CyberSitter - http://www.cybersitter.com - Internet filtering solution that protects children from objectionable content on the Internet
CyberPatrol - http://www.cyberpatrol.com - Filtering software for Windows PCs, it protects children online by filtering and blocking access to objectionable Internet sites that parents deem inappropriate
Guardian Monitor 8 - http://www.guardiansoftware.com - Records all IMs (sent and received); all emails that are opened (sent and received); all chats (both sent and received); captures peer-to-peer downloads
ContentProtect - http://www.contentwatch.com - ContentWatch provides software to protect from objectionable content on the Internet
Security Software - http://www.securitysoft.com - Cyber Sentinel and Predator Guard are programs that monitor, filter and block pornography, sexually explicit and predatory computer traffic in the internet, e-mail, instant messaging, chat, attachments and any Windows application
Kids Net - http://www.kidsnet.com - Software allows configurable access to hand selected child-safe internet sites. Restricts access to internet content, E-mail, chat rooms and instant messaging
Enologic - http://www.enologic.com - Software web filtering solution incorporating image analysis of accessed sites before delivery to the browser
Anti-Porn - http://www.tueagles.com/anti-porn - Pornography filter software to protect children from inappropriate Web sites
Filterguide.com - http://www.filterguide.com - Filterguide rates software to protect users from objectionable content on the Internet including spam and popup ads
CyberOptimizer - http://mycyberbuddy.com/cyberoptimizer - A program that optimizes Internet connection parameters and blocks unwanted sites, includes ability to block adult or advertising sites

Monitoring Software

Software that monitors and gathers information about a person's behavior:

Pearl Software - http://www.cyber-snoop.com - Creators of Cyber Snoop and Pearl Echo - software for monitoring children's and employees' Internet use
Marshal Software - http://www.marshalsoftware.com - Develops content management and security software that monitors and controls electronic data entering and leaving an organization
PureSight - http://www.puresight.net - PureSight is a password protected, easy to use program, that runs silently on the computer and controls all of the communication to and from the PC
Spectorsoft - http://www.spectorsoft.com - Develops and supports eBlaster and Spector software for recording computer and Internet activities
Akrontech - http://www.akrontech.com - Offers computer and Internet timer to limit access for users
Cogilab.com - http://www.cogilab.com - SurfPass is software for Internet access control, monitoring, URL blocking and filtering, time limitation and parental control
Webspy.com - http://www.webspy.com - Understand Internet usage from within your network. Increase productivity and reduce inappropriate web browsing
Web Guard - http://www.jamesshuggins.com/html/wbg1/webguard.htm - Dedicated to protecting copyrights and eradicating bandwidth bandits
Computer Monitoring Software Reports - http://MonitorInternetUse.com - Factual reports and consumer reviews on popular monitoring and filtering software
WaveCrest - http://www.wavecrest.net - Internet access management software can block, filter and report on employees' Internet activity
IamBigBrother - http://www.iambigbrother.com - Records web, chat, and instant message activity (for Windows 95/98)
Fast Tracker - http://www.fatline.com - Offers internet monitoring and web filtering solutions for corporations looking to monitor employee Internet use; requires no software, or hardware, and provides real-time reporting
ExploreAnywhere Software - http://www.exploreanywhere.com - Developers of security and privacy solutions for monitoring your spouses and children
SentryCam - http://www.sentrycam.com - A parental resource for monitoring children on the Web, includes an automatic screenshot saver to let parents participate in their children's protection
Ingenuity - http://www.ingenuity.co.uk - Software that monitors and reports users activity on the internet and telephone, saving time, money, and increases productivity
NetChatSpy - http://home.iprimus.com.au/chris_langford - Application that monitors MSN and Windows Messenger chat conversations from any computer on a LAN using packet sniffing techniques. Software targeted at parents and employee
SpyGuard - http://www.spyguard.com - Detects and eliminates spy software and trojan horse software
Secure-Kid - http://www.secure-kid.com - Remote PC keystroke monitoring and evaluation service intended for concerned parents to monitor and check on their children's Internet usage for signs of grooming by sexual predators
Sentry Parental Controls - http://www.sentryparentalcontrols.com - Feature rich software solutions to protect and monitor children from online predators and inappropriate content. Receive email reports, instant cell and email notifications, blocks pop up ads
eZpZemail - http://www.ezpzemail.com - Parent controlled email account for children, providing remote access for checking that email remains free of inappropriate images and spam

Parental Control Shareware

All-in-one monitoring software that enables individuals to control, restrict and monitor anyone who uses the computer:

We-Blocker - http://www.safefamilies.org/download.php - Free internet filter with pre-blacklisted and user-specified websites blocking, and inappropriate keyword detection (preset and user defined).
Security Software Systems - http://www.securitysoft.com - Offers various software packages to filter, block, and monitor Internet and application use; for home, business, education, and government
Brightfilter - http://www.brightfilter.co.uk - Protects against spyware, phishing, malware and inappropriate website content, annual fee
File Sharing Sentinel - http://www.akidthaine.com - Prevents installation and use of peer to peer file sharing software such as Kazaa, Morpheus, Bearshare, etc., free for personal use
PC Tattletale - http://www.pctattletale.com - Monitors internet activity, chat rooms, email, keystrokes, as well as acting as an internet filter
SentryPC - http://www.sentrypc.com - Allows parents to filter, monitor, and schedule computer, internet, and application use for all users of the computer
ComputerTime - http://www.softwaretime.com - Lets parents set limits on the amount of time and the time of day when their children can use the computer
iNet Protector - http://www.blumentals.net/inetprot - Restrict access to the Web and password protect Internet connection
WatchDog - http://www.watchdogpc.com - Monitors computer usage with screenshots logging and remote monitoring, tracks and controls access to applications and internet with programmable schedule
MoM Web Monitor - http://www.avsweb.com/mom/index.html - Supervisor utility for URL logging, tracking and recording screen shots of Internet activity
TimeWatcher - http://www.timewatcher.de/fam/Home - Control children's computer access and how long they are using the computer
Ez Internet Timer - http://www.internettimer.net - Allows time management and control of Internet activity on a family PC
Media Detective - http://www.mediadetective.com - Finds and removes pornographic media files from a PCs hard drive. Detects skin color in movies and images to help identify nudity
Parental Key - http://www.parentalkey.com - Controls access to a PC by blocking application and internet use. Requires the insertion of any standard USB storage device that has been configured by the software
SmartBlock - http://smartblock.stormpages.com - Filters incoming internet sites including pornographic, sexual, hate, violence, gambling, and other offensive content
My Nabyoo Clean Zone - http://www.mynabyoo.com - Internet filter with chat and peer-to-peer blocking, activity logging, automatic screencaptures, password control
Time Boss - http://www.nicekit.com - PC access management program with simple interface and multilanguage support; allows user to set time limits for PC use and to forbid the use of specified programs
iMonitorPC - http://www.imonitorpc.com - Monitors application usage, website and chat activity, filters internet content and limits application usage
Parental Control .org - http://www.parental-control.org - Various information and links to parental control reviews and articles
CleanComputer - http://www.cleancomputer.net - Listing of software tools aimed at cleaning computer systems and preventing offensive material from getting in

Security

Software installed on a computer system to protect it from unauthorized access:

OnGuard Online - http://onguardonline.gov - Provides tips from the federal government and the technology industry to help you be on guard against Internet fraud, secure your computer, and protect your personal information
Staysafe.org - http://staysafe.org - Educational site intended to help consumers understand both the positive aspects of the Internet as well as how to manage a variety of safety and security issues that exist online
Privacy Initiatives - http://www.ftc.gov/privacy - Government Site that is run by the Federal Trade Commission; information about how the government can help protect kids and the general public, with lots of information about official policies
Home Network Security - http://www.cert.org/tech_tips/home_networks.html - Gives home users an overview of the security risks and countermeasures associated with Internet connectivity, especially in the context of "always-on" or broadband access services such as cable modems and DSL
Stay Safe Online - http://www.staysafeonline.info - Tools and resources to empower home users, small businesses, schools and universities to stay safe online
Wired Safety - http://www.wiredsafety.org - Offers advice about things that can go wrong online, including con artists, identity thieves, predators, stalkers, criminal hackers, fraud, cyber-romance gone wrong and privacy problems. Includes contact form
Internet Security Guide - http://www.internetsecurityguide.com - Features articles on business and home user internet security including SSL certificates and network vulnerability scanning
Open DNS - http://www.opendns.com - Free openly distributed DNS servers that provide greater reliability and security for business and home users surfing the web; these DNS servers attempt to detect phishing scams that are often times linked to from within unsolicitated emails
GRC Security Now - http://www.grc.com/securitynow.htm - Provides access to weekly podcasts and whitpapers on topics like Windows Vista, computer security, virus advisories, and other interesting hacking topics.
Spyware watch - http://www.spyware.co.uk - Spyware information and tools
Consumer Guide to Internet Safety, Privacy and Security - http://nclnet.org/essentials - Offers tips and advice for maintaining online privacy and security, and how to keep children safe online
Besafeonline.org - http://www.besafeonline.org/English/safer_use_of_services_on_the_internet.htm - Information and advice to parents and teachers, about risks on the Internet and how to behave
Online Security Tips for Consumers of Financial Services - http://www.bitsinfo.org/ci_consumer.html - Advice for conducting secure online transactions
SurferBeware.com - http://www.surferbeware.com - Internet safety, protecting online privacy, virus prevention, web security and e-mail tips
Outlook Express Security Tutorial - http://www.iopus.com/guides/oe-backup.htm - Learn how to backup your Outlook Express (OE) Email, investigate the Windows Registry and transfer your email account and rules settings to another PC
How to Bypass Most Firewall Restrictions and Access the Internet Privately, a.k.a. The Surf At Work Page - http://www.buzzsurf.com/surfatwork - This guide discusses a way an employee or student can securely access the Internet while at work or school, and also get around some common firewall restrictions that prevent using most networked programs
Anonic.org - http://www.anonic.org - A free resource for those in need of Internet privacy, the aim of this site is to educate Internet users how to protect their privacy at little or no cost
An Overview of E-Mail and Internet Monitoring in the Workplace - http://www.fmew.com/archive/monitoring - Compliance with the law that governs employer monitoring of employee Internet usage and personal e-mail in the workplace
Protect Your Privacy and E-mail on the Internet - http://www.taciroglu.com/p - Guide to protecting privacy and personal information. Includes information on protecting passwords, e-mail software, IP numbers, encryption, firewalls, anti-virus software, and related resources
Computer Security information for the rest of us - http://www.secure-computing.info - Computer Security information in plain language. Learn how to protect your computer from viruses, spyware and spam

Encryption and Privacy

Software that protects information as it moves from one computer to another:

Gibson Research - https://grc.com/optout.htm - Internet spyware detection and removal
Data Security by Unbreakable Encryption Meganet Corporation - http://www.meganet.com - Offering data security solutions by unbreakable encryption
Stealth Message - http://www.stealthmessage.com - Stealth Message offers a free online messaging system designed for communicating sensitive and confidential information; ensures your privacy, allowing you to communicate in complete confidence with friends and colleagues
Stay Invisible - http://www.stayinvisible.com/index.html - Daily updated list of really functioning public proxy servers
SurfSecret - http://www.surfsecret.com - Software to surf anonymously by removing traces left behind (cache, history) on your computer from web surfing
Software for Anonymous Surfing - http://inetprivacy.com/a4proxy - Advanced proxy agent operating a database with hundreds of public anonymous proxy servers from all over the world
InternetPeace Software - http://www.internetpeace.com - Software enabling browser cleaning (cookies, cache, and auto complete) and password encrypting files, favorites and a password wallet, also includes file shredding to military standards.
CuteShield Track Eraser - http://www.cuteshield.com - Protects privacy by cleaning up all the tracks of Internet and computer activities. Securely deletes all cookies, cache, history, and temp files
Easy Eraser - http://www.easyeraser.com - Cleans Internet Tracks, cookies, history, and cache
Zdelete.com - http://www.zdelete.com - This software is designed to permanently erase computer files, temporary Internet files, cookies, Internet history, and recently used files and documents

Keylogger Shareware

Software designed to record a user's keystrokes:

SpectorSoft - Spector Pro - http://www.spectorsoft.com - See everything your children or employees do on the computer and Internet
Boss Everyware - http://www.bosseveryware.com - Secretly logs program names, window titles, visited URLs, user names, and keystrokes
Keyboard Spectator - http://www.refog.com - Multifunctional keyboard tracking software. Product specifications, screenshots, downloads, and purchasing information
Winvestigator - http://www.tropsoft.com/winvestigator - Records all the keys that are pressed on the computer, and can take screenshots as well. Product specifications, screenshots, and downloads
Keysnatch - http://www.100free.com/keysnatch - Application that hides and records all keyboard activities. It also captures screenshot related to that particular activity and stores it to a predefined location
Softdd.com/pc-spy-software/ - http://www.softdd.com/pc-spy-software - Runs in the background to capture, and save screen images while away from the computer
Raytown Corporation LLC - http://www.softsecurity.com - PC ACME keylogger and monitoring software that captures all users activity on the computer
Spytech Spy Agent - http://www.spytech-web.com - Award-winning computer spy software that allows you to monitor everything users do on your computer
WebWatcher - http://www.webwatcher.com - Remote Monitoring Software, PCMag.com Ranks WebWatcher #1 in 2013
AppsTraka - http://appstraka.hypermart.net - A desktop security application, which monitors and controls user activity. It can track programs, files, keystrokes, and Web sites visited
IntraSpy - http://business.fortunecity.com/all/164/products/intraspy - Reports everything the user types passwords, chat, email, and does, sites visited online, programs used; adds time stamps to all events, and remembers the system startup, and shutdown time
Keyspy.net/ - http://www.keyspy.net - KeyBoard logger and remote controller used to capture what someone has typed on a PC keyboard

Kids and Teen Resources

Staysafe.org - http://www.staysafe.org - An interactive tutorial on Internet safety, includes activities, a virtual community, and games
FBI Kids Page - http://www.fbi.gov/kids/k5th/kidsk5th.htm - Offers Internet safety tips for kids in kindergarten through fifth grade. Also offers information about the FBI and games
Champions Against Bullying - http://www.championsagainstbullying.com - A nonprofit organization committed to creating a society where every child has the opportunity to develop, learn and thrive in an environment without fear, violence and limitation. Designed for parents, educators, tweens, companies, and other organizations, it includes workshops and tools about bullying.
GetNetWise.org - http://kids.getnetwise.org - Helps children have safe, constructive, educational and entertaining online experiences
FBI Youth - http://www.fbi.gov/kids/6th12th/6th12th.htm - Offers Internet safety tips for teens in grades 6-12. Also allows you to follow a case through the FBI lab and explore a day in the life of an FBI special agent
Rules in Cyberspace - http://www.cybercrime.gov/rules/kidinternet.htm - Hints on how to be a good cybercitizen from the United States Department of Justice, includes examples of how you can get into trouble for hacking
NetSmartz Kids - http://www.netsmartzkids.org - An interactive way of teaching young people how to recognize dangers and increase self-confidence whenever they go online. Includes games, puzzles, quizzes, and free downloads
Lostnmissing.com - http://www.lostnmissing.com - Helping to find the lost and missing
ChatDanger - http://www.chatdanger.com - Explains how to keep safe using chat, IM, online games, email and on mobiles. Includes true stories, and advice on looking after yourself and your friends
NSteens - http://www.nsteens.org - Uses comics and videos to explain how to use the internet safely and avoid cyber-bullies and predators
Student Toolkit - http://xblock.isafe.org/docs/Student_Toolkit.pdf - Offers resources on how to be responsible and stay safe online. Includes information on how to become a mentor
iKeepSafe Kids - http://www.ikeepsafe.com/iksc_kids - Teaches basic rules of Internet safety to children with online stories, games and activities
Netty's World - http://www.nettysworld.com.au - Shows kids how to be safe and have fun on the Internet, with games, adventures, cartoons, and things to do with friends and family
Internet Super Heroes - http://www.internetsuperheroes.org - Cyberbullying, Flaming and Cyberstalking information for kids, tweens and teens
Disney's Surf Swell Island - http://disney.go.com/surfswell - Help Mickey and the gang with their adventures in Internet safety
That's Not Cool - http://www.thatsnotcool.com - Offers Teens resources to help them draw their own digital line when confronted with issues such as being pressured to send nude pics, over texting and partners breaking into their social network accounts
Cyberbullying.ca - http://www.cyberbullying.ca - Discusses recognition and prevention of intimidation by email, IM, web sites and other internet or high-technology media
CyberQuoll - http://www.cyberquoll.com.au/hub.htm - Teaches to follow along with the eager twins on six fun adventures as they learn how to use the Internet safely; helps explain topics such as safe searches, chatting and user names, privacy, acceptable photos to upload, netiquette and tips to avoid being tricked by email and online
Kid Safety on the Internet - http://www.ou.edu/oupd/kidsafe/inet.htm - Professor Pixel gives tips to kids on how to be net-safe
Websafe Crackerz - http://www.websafecrackerz.com - Interactive games and puzzles designed with the help of teenagers offer strategies for dealing with different situations online including spam, cyber-stalking and bullying
TeensHealth - http://kidshealth.org/teen/safety/safebasics/internet_safety.html - Offers Internet safety tips for teens.
CyberNetrix - http://www.cybernetrix.com.au - An interactive Internet safety program that teaches chat room and mobile phone dangers
KidsCom's Internet Safety Game - http://www.kidscom.com/games/isg/isg.html - Kids learn how to stay safe and have good manners while on-line
Bad Guy Patrol - http://www.badguypatrol.ca/default.htm - Teaches kids to spot bad guys on the Internet by playing four fun games; leads to levels, flags and a certificate
Wired Teens - http://www.wiredteens.org - Online community for 13- to 18-year-olds offers online safety classes, forums, and a weekly column designed to promote a safe online experience
Cyberbullying - http://www.cyberbullying.info - An interactive flash guide that describes bullying by text messaging, email, websites, and how to defend against it. Also includes a non-flash version
Family Contract for Online Safety - http://www.safekids.com/contract_kid.htm - From SafeKids.com, kids and their parents can read this and then print out a copy and sign it so the whole family knows how to be safe on the Internet
Safety Land - http://www.att.com/Common/images/safety/game.html - Help Captain Broadband fight the nasty character by learning about safety and security while surfing the Web
Privacy Playground - http://www.media-awareness.ca/english/games/privacy_playground - Teaches kids how to spot online marketing strategies, protect their personal information and avoid online predators by playing a fun game with the three cyberPigs
Safe Cyberspace Surfing - http://kidshealth.org/kid/watch/house/internet_safety.html - Offers Internet safety tips including information on how to keep your personal information private
KidsCom Jr. - http://www.kidscomjr.com/games/safety/safety.html - Games and tips for Internet safety and good manners
WiredKidz - http://www.wiredkidz.org - Online community for under 13's offers online safety classes, forums, and a weekly column designed to promote a safe online experience
Zoobuh.com - http://www.zoobuh.com - A service that provides safe email accounts for children and families
Elmer The Safety Elephant - http://www.elmer.ca/downloads/colouring/InternetSafety3.pdf - Teaches Internet safety to kids in a fun rhyming safety poem
Planet CRUSH - http://www.planetcrush.org - Promotes internet safety, responsibility, and the development of healthy online communities
SafeSurfer - http://safesurfer.org - SafeSurfer is for kids aged 8-14. It offers a forum, Kid Blog, video game reviews, and computer news for kids. SafeSurfer encourages responsible and safe Internet use
Online Guardians - http://www.onlineguardians.org - Provides free help, information and training to the public and to law enforcement agencies worldwide
CyberNetiquette Comix - http://www.disney.co.uk/DisneyOnline/Safesurfing/cybernetiquette - Teaches lessons about online safety using popular Disney characters. Join Mickey and the gang for adventure, fun, and online awareness tips
Shannon Could Hear the Footsteps Behind Her - http://www.eastonpd.com/htcu/cyberstory.htm - A story which reveals how easy it is to give out too much personal information online without realizing it
Netforce - http://www.geocities.com/net_enforce - Informs children about the dangers of chatting on the Internet
KidDotComs - http://www.KidDotComs.com - An online service that allows parents to create a "homepage" for their children with links to safe child-oriented websites
Cybersmart Kids - http://www.cybersmartkids.com.au - Designed to help children and whole families find out how to be cybersmart and use the Internet safely
Introducing Your Kids to the Internet - http://www.homeownersinsurance.org/additional-resources/introducing-your-kids-to-the-internet - Keeping up with Internet development is hard enough – finding ways to teach your children how to best understand and use the Internet is a far greater challenge. It is alright to feel overwhelmed, but that is no reason to avoid the topic.
MissingKids.com - http://www.missingkids.com - Provides children with an Internet safety quiz and answers
My Rules for Online Safety - http://www.safekids.com/kidsrules.htm - From Safe Kids.com, a list of internet safety rules
Kidscom.com/ - http://www.kidscom.com - Has games, monitored chat rooms, a virtual world and pets, a creation center and other activities
YouthNOISE - http://youthnoise.com - Nonprofit affiliated with Save the Children Federation, provides teens with a forum to express themselves and take action. Includes message boards and e-mail
KidsChatters - http://www.kidchatters.com - Variety of chat rooms for kids. Paid registration required
CurvedSpace - http://www.cspacezone.com - Includes games, multiple chats, forums, and jokes
Be "Tween" talk - http://betweentalk.com - Includes games, tournments, quizzes, and dynamic discussion for kids 9-12 years old
Open Site Public Forum - http://open-site-talk.org - Message board of the Open Encyclopedia Project. Offers social and topical discussions
ALFY - The Web Portal for Kids - http://www.alfy.com - Play games, get free e-mail, listen to music and stories, create a home page, and do more in this online community for kids, teachers, and parents
Gaia Online - http://www.gaiaonline.com - An online hangout, incorporating social networking, forums, gaming and a virtual world
Kidworld - http://www.bconnex.net/~kidworld - Community offering jokes, writing contests, games, stories, forums, keypals, and links
BlackDog - http://www.blackdog.net/index.html - Features free on-line games, puzzles, mazes, screen savers, stories, postcards, and holiday fun
Kidzworld - http://www.kidzworld.com - Includes online games, game cheats, message boards, chat, contests, sports, fashion, music, reviews and entertainment news for kids and teens
Kids Online - http://www.kids-online.net - Includes games, free web pages, free email, stories, computer educational activities, free downloads, internet safety topics, e-cards, a bulletin board, and a computer terms dictionary
Kidtastic - http://www.kidtastic.com - Free, safe Internet community for kids featuring games, art, music, learning, message boards, and homework help
ElvenKids - http://www.elvenkids.com - A website for kids and teenagers featuring live chat, message boards, games, online tools, and more
ZParadise.com - http://www.zparadise.com - Family site where kids go to express their feelings, includes message boards, club, games, advice, epals, and news

Based on content in the Open Directory, edited slightly by NetLingo and listed in order of Google Page Rank popularity, 2010

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