Password Management

• Bitwarden - Free, open-source password manager
• 1Password - Premium password manager with family plans
• KeePassXC - Offline, open-source password manager
• LastPass - Popular password manager with free tier
• Password strength checker - Test your password strength

Multi-Factor Authentication

• Authy - Multi-device authentication app
• Google Authenticator - Basic authentication app
• Microsoft Authenticator - Authentication with backup
• YubiKey - Hardware security keys
• 2FA Directory - List of sites supporting 2FA

Device Security

• Windows Security - Built-in Windows protection
• macOS Security - macOS security settings
• Malwarebytes - Malware protection and removal
• BitLocker - Windows disk encryption
• FileVault - macOS disk encryption

Privacy Protection

• DuckDuckGo - Privacy-focused search engine
• Firefox Focus - Privacy browser for mobile
• Privacy Badger - Browser extension to block trackers
• uBlock Origin - Efficient content blocker
• Proton Mail - Encrypted email service

Mobile Security

• Android Security Checklist - Google’s recommendations
• iOS Security Guide - Apple’s security documentation
• Signal - Secure messaging app
• Lockdown Mode - Enhanced iOS security
• Find My Device - Android device tracking

Browser Security

• HTTPS Everywhere - Force HTTPS connections
• Firefox - Privacy-focused browser
• Brave - Privacy-focused browser with ad blocking
• ClearURLs - Remove tracking elements from URLs
• Cookie AutoDelete - Auto-clear cookies

Official Security Guidance

• NIST Cybersecurity Framework - Comprehensive security framework
• CISA Security Tips - US government security recommendations
• UK National Cyber Security Centre - UK government guidance
• Australian Cyber Security Centre - Australian guidance
• EU Cybersecurity Agency - European resources

Step-by-Step Tutorials

• Consumer Reports Security Planner - Personalized security recommendations
• EFF Surveillance Self-Defense - Digital security tutorials
• Citizen Lab Security Planner - Custom security advice
• SANS OUCH! Newsletters - Monthly security topics
• Take Control of Your Online Privacy - Comprehensive guide

Identity Protection

• IdentityTheft.gov - US government identity theft resource
• Have I Been Pwned - Check if your data has been breached
• Credit freezes - Guide to credit freezes
• Annual Credit Report - Free credit reports
• Data broker opt-out guide - Remove personal information

Scam Prevention

• FTC Scam Alerts - Latest scam warnings
• Phishing examples - Learn to identify phishing
• Fraud.org - Consumer fraud resources
• BBB Scam Tracker - Report and find scams
• WhatsApp scam guide - Messaging app security

Books

• Cybersecurity for Dummies by Joseph Steinberg
• Privacy is Power by Carissa Véliz
• Digital Minimalism by Cal Newport
• Future Crimes by Marc Goodman
• Click Here to Kill Everybody by Bruce Schneier

Online Courses

• Cybersecurity Foundations - LinkedIn Learning
• Cyber Security Basics - Coursera
• Personal & Family Cybersecurity - edX
• Introduction to Cyber Security - FutureLearn
• Cybersecurity for Everyone - Udemy

Blogs and Websites

• Krebs on Security - Investigative security journalism
• Schneier on Security - Security expert blog
• The Hacker News - Cybersecurity news
• Wired Security - Tech security coverage
• Naked Security - Security news and tips

Podcasts

• Cyberwire Daily - Security news
• Smashing Security - Security with humor
• Privacy, Security, & OSINT Show - Privacy-focused
• Darknet Diaries - True stories from the dark side of the internet
• Security Now - Technical security discussion

Videos and Channels

• Khan Academy Computer Security - Basic concepts
• The PC Security Channel - Security demos
• Hak5 - Security tools and education
• SANS Security Awareness - Awareness videos
• Computerphile - Computer science including security

Personal Security Checks

• Security Planner - Personal security assessment
• NCSC Cyber Aware - Security check tools
• Mozilla Privacy Not Included - Product security reviews
• Panopticlick - Browser fingerprinting test
• ShieldsUP! - Network vulnerability test

Password Security

• Have I Been Pwned Passwords - Check if password is compromised
• Password Strength Test - Estimate password cracking time
• Bitwarden Password Generator - Create strong passwords
• Diceware Password Generator - Memorable strong passwords
• NIST Password Guidelines - Official password standards

Privacy Checkups

• Google Privacy Checkup - Google settings review
• Facebook Privacy Checkup - Facebook privacy tools
• Apple Privacy - Apple privacy settings
• Microsoft Privacy Dashboard - Microsoft privacy controls
• Amazon Privacy Settings - Amazon privacy tools

Network and Device Security

• Shodan - Check exposed devices
• Wireshark - Network traffic analyzer
• GRC’s DNS Benchmark - DNS performance and security
• HTTPS Checker - Website SSL configuration
• Wireless Diagnostics - WiFi security check

Templates and Checklists

• Personal security inventory template
• Device security checklist
• Account security audit form
• Password manager setup guide
• Multi-factor authentication implementation worksheet
• Data backup plan template
• Digital decluttering guide
• Security habit tracker
• Incident response plan
• Personal threat model worksheet

Security Implementation Guides

• Step-by-step password manager setup
• Browser security configuration
• Email security hardening
• Social media privacy lockdown
• Mobile device security checklist
• Home network security guide
• Cloud storage security best practices
• Secure backup implementation
• Personal VPN selection and setup
• Secure communication tools guide

This resource list will be updated throughout the course. If you have suggestions for additional resources, please share them in the course forum.