Protect your UW–Madison account with multi-factor authentication. Follow these steps to get started.
Cybersecurity
Guidelines, best practices & advice for UW–Madison IT professionals
IT professionals at UW–Madison developed this resource. We recognize that having a shared set of guidelines, best practices, and advice helps us to better serve our users, our units, and the institution. If you identify as an IT professional, this guide is for you.
Resource guide for new IT staff
The University of Wisconsin‑Madison is committed to supporting new employees in successfully transitioning to our workplace. Here are some resources that will help.
Tips for Safe Web Browsing
How safely do you use technology in your daily life? There are countless threats that try to compromise your devices and steal your personal information. Learn how to browse the internet cautiously to prevent becoming a victim.
Learn how to recognize and report phishing
Learn the tell-tale signs of a phishing attempt.
Securing your mobile device
iPhone? Android? Windows? Regardless of which kind of mobile device you carry, thieves want it and hackers want what’s on it. Here are some steps to make sure that your mobile device and everything that’s on it stays safe.
Tech for new students: Where do I start?
We’re here to help you with technology so that you can get the most out of your time on campus. Get free technology consulting and hands-on support when something goes wrong.
Getting started: multi-factor authentication for faculty & staff
Protect your UW–Madison account with multi-factor authentication. Follow these steps to get started.
Safe computing when traveling abroad
Is there a trip abroad in your future? Read this to find out while preparing to leave, when out of the country and upon your return how to keep your accounts, devices and data safe.
Four principles of cybersecurity
The Office of Cybersecurity has developed four information technology security principles. These principles are to assist the campus community with how to securely manage information and other assets.