Digital Security 101
What Is the Best Credit Monitoring Service? 7 Options for 2025
The best credit monitoring services provide three-bureau monitoring, fast alerts of all changes, and include additional identity and fraud protection.
Pros and Cons of Freezing Your Credit (When To Freeze)
Requesting a credit freeze is one of the best things you can do to protect against identity fraud — but there are some downsides that you should consider.
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Hacked Debit Card? 9 Ways To Protect Your Money
Most often, thieves “hack” debit cards with skimmers on POS terminals. Keeping a close eye on card statements, using contactless payments can help.
Are Debt Relief Programs Legitimate?
When debt relief works, it can reduce the amount of debt you need to pay down, but that's not to say there aren't scams around.
Credit Repair Scams: New Scam Types & How To Avoid Them
In credit repair scams, companies or individuals promise to improve your credit score using illegitimate means. Learn how to give these a wide berth.
How Long Does It Take To Repair Your Credit? (How To Do It)
Saddled with a low credit score due to fraud or missed payments? Learn how long it takes to repair credit (and how to do it the right way).
Are Free Credit Reports Safe? How To Avoid Credit Score Scams
Scammers use fake credit score sites and repair agencies to steal your personal info. Learn how to spot (and avoid) the latest credit score scams.
What Is a CPN or Credit Protection Number? (Updated)
If you’re trying to rebuild or repair your credit, the last thing you need is to get scammed. Learn how to spot illegal credit repair and CPN number scams.
