Improving digital skills for older Australians

How Be Connected works 

Be Connected launched in October 2017 and has been extended until 30 June 2028(Opens in a new tab/window). 

Be Connected(Opens in a new tab/window) supports people aged 50 years and over to confidently and safely use the internet and digital technology. 

Be Connected features hundreds of free short online courses(Opens in a new tab/window) and learning resources on a range of topics including:  

• using a digital device such as your smartphone(Opens in a new tab/window) and tablet(Opens in a new tab/window) 
• how to identify and avoid scams(Opens in a new tab/window)  
• how to use email(Opens in a new tab/window)  
• Facebook and other social media(Opens in a new tab/window) apps  
• safer internet banking(Opens in a new tab/window) and shopping   
• setting up a myGov account(Opens in a new tab/window) and linking to other services  
• creating and managing strong passwords(Opens in a new tab/window). 

Be Connected provides: 

• information, tools and resources through the Be Connected online learning portal(Opens in a new tab/window) 
• free personalised support and mentoring through the Be Connected Network(Opens in a new tab/window).  

Be Connected(Opens in a new tab/window) has replaced the Broadband for Seniors program.