more about Pass IT on

Did you know that 10 million people in the UK have never used the internet? That means they're missing out on all of the opportunities and conveniences computers and the internet provide - online bargains, instant communication, and public services to name just three. UK online centres is a community-based network of places helping people with computers and the internet. We want to try to reach everyone we can, and we know that you can help us do that.

For most of us, going online is already second nature. Yet some of our friends, family or neighbours may need a helping hand to get to grips with the basics. The 'Pass IT on' concept is very simple - who better to teach them the internet than the people they know and trust?

This site provides you with a range of free resources to help you get someone started online. So why not make a start right now?


Not sure who to help?
Not sure who to help?
Visit our Get someone interested section for inspiration.


Want to know more about how to Pass IT on?
Want to know more about how to Pass IT on?
See Find a computer


Ready to get started?
Ready to get started?
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Who runs Pass IT on?

UK online centres are working with the UK's independent Champion for Digital Inclusion, Martha Lane Fox, and Race Online 2012 to help one million people get online.

UK online centres

UK online centres are a network of community-based centres in England that support people with computers and the internet.

Race Online 2012

Race Online 2012 is the national challenge to bring people and organisations together to improve the life chances of the four million socially excluded people who have never used the internet.

Help someone you know get online!

Register for an Online basics account and get someone started with the internet today.

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Pass IT on at work

Could your employer or organisation help to Pass IT on?

We've got lots of support to help organisations help us get more people online.

Visit our Pass IT on partners' site.

Passed IT on already?

Do you have a great Pass IT on story? We'd love to hear it!

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