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Clear your Cache!

Although storing Internet cache files makes web browsing faster as it usually takes your computer less time to display a web page, Internet cache can be a threat to your privacy. Learn how to clear it and do it periodically.

Information to Assist in Minimizing the Possibility of Identity Theft

The information provided here is intended to assist concerned individuals in reducing the possibility of identity theft and to advise on appropriate steps to take to protect yourself.

Handling Information When Moving Around

The KU Privacy office has several steps to check off as you complete the end of term, leave KU or simply decide it is time to clean out your paper or electronic files. Please see the checklist on the clipboard and click through each item for some basic guidance on Moving Day. If you have any questions, contact the KU Privacy Office by email to privacy@ku.edu or by phone to 785.864.9528.

KU Anywhere / VPN Access

KU Anywhere allows secure access to resources on the KU network, such as Outlook or access a departmental file server from computers that are not connected to the KU network, but are connected to the Internet.

Have you Cleaned Your Wallet or Purse Lately?

There may be a lot of information in your wallet that makes you subject to identity thieves, and you did not realize it.

Shredding FAQs

Frequently asked questions and answers to shredding on campus.

Shredding Services Contract for Campus

Purchasing Services hereby announces the award of a new contract for shredding services. The new contract is with Iron Mountain and is available for use effective immediately.

Returning Graded Student Work

Can I return homework or other graded papers by passing them back in class down a row (not individually)?

It's Tax Time: Be Careful with Your Mail

During the month of January, check your mailbox for information from organizations (both individuals and businesses) that have made taxable payments to you during the previous year.

Encryption

Imagine an unencrypted email message as a "digital postcard" available for anyone to read if sent without encryption (including the attachments).

Ten Tips for Safe & Private Holiday Shopping

Helpful tips to protect yourself during this often hectic holiday season.

Sophos Antivirus Software

Anti-virus is available for download for all faculty and staff to laptops or home computers (Windows or Mac operating systems).

Disposal of Private Information

Currently, there are 2 methods recommended to securely dispose of confidential, paper documents (or CD's, DVD's, etc.)

Avoid Phishing — Don't Click the Link!

If you're ever asked to click on a link in an email to provide security information, don't do it.

Secure your Workstation

To engage your password protected screensaver and then just remember: "When you leave your seat, press Ctrl-Alt-Delete" (or window key + L)

E-mail and your Privacy

Consider what you provide in an e-mail that is no more than a digital postcard. Before you share any information, consider that anyone may have access to the information.

Travel Tips

Whether you are going away for the weekend or a year-long sabbatical, we have some tips to protect your privacy while you are away.