# Event Details - **Event Name**: Protecting Your Money Online: Passwords, PINs and Scams - **Event Start and End Date**: Mon, 19 Oct, 2026 at 02:15 pm – Mon, 19 Oct, 2026 at 03:15 pm (+01:00) - **Event Description**: A friendly, hands-on session on spotting scams and protecting your money and personal information online.About this EventLed by: Dr Ayesha Awan, Ulster UniversityLocation: Room BC-05-302, Ulster University, Belfast Campus, York Street, Belfast, BT15 1APIs your password easy to guess, or do you use the same one across several accounts? Do you know how to recognise a suspicious message or phone call? You are not alone, and these are exactly the kinds of habits that scammers try to exploit.In this friendly, interactive session, you will explore how scammers use personal information, predictable passwords and social-engineering tactics to target people online. You will work through realistic scam examples and learn simple steps for creating stronger account-security habits, protecting your personal information and responding safely when something does not seem right.No financial or technical background is required. You will leave with a practical checklist that you can use straight away.Open to students from Ulster University and Queen’s University Belfast, as well as members of the public who would like to feel more confident managing their money safely online. Everyone is welcome. - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/belfast/protecting-your-money-online-passwords-pins-and-scams/100002002125436075 - **Event Categories**: fitness - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 0 - **Event Highlights**: - Duration: 1 hour - Location: York Street - Languages: English ## Ticket Details - **Ticket Price Range**: min: 0, max: 0, currency: GBP ## Event venue details - **city**: Belfast - **state**: NI - **country**: United Kingdom - **location**: York Street - **lat**: 54.6081391 - **long**: -5.9253921 - **full address**: York Street, York Street, Belfast, United Kingdom ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: Protecting Your Money Online: Passwords, PINs and Scams - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events3/banners/de584bfbf358d3f41cd1ad4b8481f426bc252ead21968ff3304a5cb5c8d842ba-rimg-w1200-h800-dcf8f8f8-gmir.jpg?v=1790547394 ## FAQs - **Q**: When and where is Protecting Your Money Online: Passwords, PINs and Scams being held? - **A:** Protecting Your Money Online: Passwords, PINs and Scams takes place on Mon, 19 Oct, 2026 at 02:15 pm to Mon, 19 Oct, 2026 at 03:15 pm at York Street, York Street, Belfast, United Kingdom. - **Q**: Who is organizing Protecting Your Money Online: Passwords, PINs and Scams? - **A:** Protecting Your Money Online: Passwords, PINs and Scams is organized by ESRC Festival of Social Science NI 2026. - **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me? - **A:** Protecting Your Money Online: Passwords, PINs and Scams is ideal for curious learners, students, and skill-builders looking to gain hands-on knowledge and practical expertise in a focused, interactive setting. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Belfast, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. 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This diverse programme highlights the breadth and quality of social science research conducted by our academics and researchers across the many social science disciplines at both universities. This year’s festival includes a number of events themed around “Money, Finance and the Cost of Living”.The Festival is an annual, UK-wide celebration of social science and the contribution it makes to major societal and economic challenges. It offers a fascinating insight into some of the country’s leading social science research and how it influences our lives – now and in the future.This programme was made possible thanks to funding from the Economic and Social Research Council (ESRC), which is part of UK Research and Innovation (UKRI).Booking informationAll events are free. Most events are open to the public, however those aimed at particular audiences are clearly marked in the event listings.For the majority of events, pre-registration is essential. You can book below.Please contact esrciaa@qub.ac.uk or esrcfestivalni@ulster.ac.uk if you have any queries.AccessibilityPlease contact esrciaa@qub.ac.uk or esrcfestivalni@ulster.ac.uk for venue information.Programme changesPlease note that all events are subject to change. Be sure to check the website or follow us on Facebook for the most up-to-date information.https://www.facebook.com/ESRCFestivalNI/For more events happening across the UK check out https://festivalofsocialscience.com/" } ] } ] ```