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Who we are

The eSafety Commissioner (eSafety) is Australia’s independent regulator for online safety.

We are the world’s first government agency dedicated to keeping people safer online.

We started operations in 2015 as the Children's eSafety Commissioner and we are now at the forefront of the fight against online risks and harms faced by adults as well as children. 

We are a fast-growing team of educators, investigators, lawyers, policy analysts, technology experts, digital specialists and other professionals who share one goal – a safer and more positive online experience for all Australians.

Australia's eSafety Commissioner is Julie Inman Grant. Ms Inman Grant has extensive experience in the technology industry, having held senior public policy and safety roles with Microsoft, Twitter and Adobe.

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Millions of Australians are online each day.

Sometimes things go wrong.

'I was harassed online, all through school.'

'My ex used my phone to stalk me.'

'We were mean to another player online.'

'I wasn’t sure if online classes were safe for my students.'

'The other kids shared stupid videos of me all the time.'

'I didn’t know how to help my grandkids with their apps.'

'I went on the computer by myself.'

'My son clicked on a violent video.'

'Someone shared a nude photo of me online. It made me feel exposed.'

'It made me feel powerless.'

'Ashamed.'

'Trapped.'

'It made me feel angry.'

You are not alone.

If you’re online, eSafety can help.

'eSafety helped me respect others online.'

'eSafety helped me stop the online bullying.'

'eSafety helped me try a few new tricks.'

'Helped me be a more confident teacher.'

'Keep my kids safer online.'

'Always ask a grown-up.'

'eSafety helped me get my picture removed.'

'eSafety helped me learn to protect myself online.'

'eSafety helped me find the right support.'

See how eSafety can help you.

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Last updated: 24/11/2024