General Safety Tips

Everyone’s threshold for personal safety will be unique so use common sense and good judgement. If something feels off or not safe, it is best to avoid it.
Keep valuables like phones out of sight and inside a bag or pocket.
If near campus, use the Walking-Escort service as frequently as you like. Service is available 24/7/365 at 215-898-WALK.
Carry with you only necessary debit and credit cards, copies instead of originals of important immigration documents, and generally limit the number of valuables you carry on a normal basis.
Refrain from wearing headphones while walking or jogging.
When possible, walk with friends.

Safety in Online Environments

As Penn student, you enjoy high-speed internet and wireless connectivity across campus. With connectivity comes the challenging of protecting your personal information and guarding against online harassment and other threats.

Secure Your Information

Enroll in Two-Step Verification
Two-Step Verificationprovides an added layer of protection when accessing PennKey-protected websites and applications. Step 1 is your PennKey and password, and Step 2 is using the Duo Mobile app, a Duo hardware fob, or a Security Key.
Install and run antivirus software
Ask your School or Center's IT support staff for the best anti-virus software to install and run.
Understand Penn’s Policy on Unauthorized Copying and Copyrighted Media
Violation of Unauthorized Copying and Copyrighted Mediapolicy may result in losing your connectivity, civil suits, criminal charges, and/or penalties and fines. Visit the Copyright and File-Sharing page for information on the Digital Millennium Copyright Act (DMCA), and on legal alternatives to peer-to-peer file sharing.
See recent Penn ISC Information Security Alerts and US Cybersecurity Alerts & Advisories

Using Social Media

Don’t use identifying information when you register.
Be cautious when using Geotags/location, it is often best practice not to attach any identifying data to posts.
Delete identifying data from your pictures.
Flag harassing, suspicious or hateful posts.
When is doubt, block harmful messages and/or users.