We know that building confidence with technology takes practice. Here is a curated selection of free, trusted websites, local resources, and easy-to-follow training guides to help you practice safely between our Monday sessions.
Free Online Guides & Practice
Learn My Way
A fantastic, completely free website designed specifically for beginners. It features bite-sized, interactive courses on using a mouse, keyboard, setting up email, and browsing safely.
Age UK: Making the Most of the Internet
A collection of highly accessible, jargon-free guides tailored for older adults covering smartphone basics, tablet guides, and video calling family members.
Digital Unite Technology Guides
Over 400 beautifully written, simple reference guides on everything from using WhatsApp and Zoom to finding your way around Windows and Apple devices.
Staying Safe Online
Cyber Action Toolkit
An official, easy-to-use tool by the UK government. Answer a few simple questions about your devices to get a personalized, step-by-step checklist to improve your security.
National Cyber Security Centre: Cyber Aware
Official UK government advice on protecting your personal data, choosing secure passwords, and setting up two-step verification for your email.
Take Five To Stop Fraud
A straightforward national campaign offering practical, easy-to-remember advice to help you spot financial scams, suspicious text messages, and email fraud.
Making Your Device Easier to See & Use
AbilityNet: My Computer My Way
An invaluable step-by-step guide explaining how to adjust your phone, tablet, or laptop settings to match your visual or physical needs (such as making text larger, changing contrasts, or turning on screen readers).
Local Services & Community Groups
Glastonbury Community Support Cafe
A wonderful, welcoming local space offering free drop-in sessions focused on mental health support, emotional well-being, and community connection.
Glastonbury Digital Cafe Homepage
Return to our main dashboard for our address details, drop-in times, and volunteer information.
St John's Church, Glastonbury
Find out more about our wonderful weekly venue, including other local community groups, services, and parish events taking place throughout the year.
Notice an issue? If any of these links stop working or if you find a resource that you think would be helpful for other members of the Digital Cafe, please let a volunteer know at a Monday session or email us at digital.cafe@myinbox.uk.