Weak Wi-Fi Security following iOS 14 update

If you’ve recently updated your Apple device to iOS 14, you may have noticed a new message warning of ‘Weak Security’ on your Wi-Fi connection. This will have happened following the recent iOS 14.01 u...

Mental Health Day 2020

Mental health is just like physical health: everybody has it and it’s important to take care of it. We all need to check in on our mental wellbeing from time to time, whether we have mental ill health...

Fake messages from Instagram used to hack profiles

Cyber criminals are constantly coming up with new ways to trick people into giving away personal information, as well as using tried-and-tested methods to gain access to people's website credentials a...

Great value broadband, that's super fast

We are all using the internet more than ever – to work, shop, learn, keep entertained and stay connected; with Netflix, Amazon, and online gaming services proving to be the most popular online destina...

Dewsbury set to receive internet of the future

In partnership with Kirklees Council, Dewsbury is to benefit from full fibre broadband, to make it the UK’s next ‘gigabit-ready town’, as part of FibreNation’s commitment to bring the network to Yorks...

Batley to become latest Yorkshire town to boast full fibre connectivity

In March 2020, FibreNation announced that work to bring their full fibre network to 6,000 homes and businesses in Batley has begun, making the West Yorkshire town their latest gigabit-ready location. ...

Full fibre comes to Bolton

The Bolton area is set to become the UK’s next ‘gigabit-ready’ area, as work begins on a multi-million pound project to bring full-fibre connectivity to the area of Bolton. As part of FibreNation’s co...

TalkTalk UFO teams up with York City Football Club to create Community Garden in York

We got our gardening gloves on and mucked in with York City Football Club last week to help plant flower beds at The Lanes Community Garden in Clifton, York as part of our community drive as we contin...

Watch out for scammers claiming to be Amazon

Scammers are calling customers, pretending to be contacting on behalf of Amazon, in an attempt to get hold of shoppers personal information. We’d like to share some tips on what to look out for, and h...

Safer Internet Day: Information to help children stay safer online

This week, in support of Safer Internet Day on Tuesday 11th February, we are delighted to launch an online safety campaign in York, in partnership with #CodeYork and Internet Matters. While the intern...

How to stay secure in 2020

Now that we're into the new year, you may be thinking about your priorities for the coming twelve months; whether it's saving for a rainy day, losing a little weight or trying Veganuary. But have you ...

How to stay safe from scam callers

At TalkTalk, we work hard to stop our customers losing money to scam callers. Part of our work is to understand how scam calls work, and the methods that scammers use to trick people into handing over...

Get your festive Christmas avatars 2019

Hey Everyone, Step this way for your Christmas Avatars. Yes it’s that time of year again, so to spread some Christmas cheer we’ve assembled an array of festive avatars to brighten up your posts. We’d ...

How to have a Smart and Safe Christmas

Security is probably not your first priority at Christmas, but it’s when you and your loved ones might be most vulnerable to cyber-attacks. If you want to have a Smart and Safe Christmas, then read on...

Celebrating success at York Press Business Awards 2019

We were incredibly proud to be the headline sponsor of the prestigious York Press Business Awards once again this year and to have the opportunity to meet many York businesses at this important annual...

Shopping smart & staying safe this Christmas

Love it or hate it, shopping is something we all need to do. Thanks to advancements in technology, there are more ways than ever to do it; on an app, in-store collection, click and collect, using Amaz...

Connecting communities across York

Often rated one of the friendliest places to live in the UK and voted Best Place to Live 2018 by The Sunday Times, York is a truly brilliant place to live. Amongst the history, beauty and innovation, ...

York’s Balloon Fiesta 2019

We were thrilled to be a part of York Balloon Fiesta again this year for the third time running as headline sponsor. The event was as popular as ever and we had a great time over the three days. We we...

Scammers target Thomas Cook customers with fake refunds

Scammers are calling Thomas Cook customers to offer fake refunds in an attempt to trick people into handing over their bank details and other personal information. Following the news of the company go...

Back to school is an important time for a child’s digital safety

September is here and children are either heading back to school or making the exciting transition of starting a new one. With your child becoming more independent you may have bought them a smartphon...

Left to their own devices - striking a balance with screen time

The Internet is an exciting place, full of possibilities. But it has its risks, too. At TalkTalk we’ve always been passionate about online security, including how to help keep children safe online. Re...

Book the best days out this summer with a speedy network connection

The summer holidays are in full swing with many of you spending hours searching the internet looking for activities to keep the kids entertained. This can be a tedious task if your internet is slow, e...

Is ‘Load Rage’ driving your family around the bend this summer?

Standard broadband is often overstretched by the demands of modern living, especially during the summer holidays when households are busier than normal. Slow-loading internet grinds Brits gears so muc...

TalkTalk kicks off its move to Salford with sponsorship of Salford City FC

Kicking off at the start of the 2019/20 season, the five-year deal comes ahead of the relocation of TalkTalk’s Headquarters to the Soapworks in Salford Quays this Autumn. The sponsorship is a natural ...

Tackle Wi-Fi weak spots for just £25

Wi-Fi weak spots are places in your house where you don’t get a reliable Wi-Fi signal. The signal might not reach, or be very weak, because there are many different things that can affect Wi-Fi in you...

Supporting York Bloom! And making a garden

Last year we were proud sponsors of The Ancient Society of York Florists summer show marquee at the city-wide Bloom! Festival. The event was particularly special as it marked the Society’s 250th anniv...

Foxwood Community Centre received new children’s outdoor play area

Children at the Foxwood Community Centre enjoyed playing in the sunshine at the opening of their new outdoor play area that we supported last year. Residents and volunteers were involved in creating a...

Latest Automated Scam warning

The word scam is part of our everyday language, but what is a scam? It's defined in the dictionary as an illegal way of making money, usually by tricking people. Scams have been around for ages, but t...

New Information Hub at Burnholme Centre

Residents in Tang Hall and Burnholme now have the opportunity to access help and advice drop in sessions every Wednesday morning, 10am-12pm, with bookable appointments available in the afternoon. This...

Our first York Pride experience as sponsors

We had the pleasure of sponsoring York Pride, an event that encompasses a lot of what we stand for. Celebrating inclusion, diversity, and equality in and out of the workplace is something we feel stro...