Digital Security 101

What To Do If Your Personal Information Has Been Compromised
Your personal information — including your email, phone number, and even SSN — can be compromised in a data breach or hack, putting you at risk of fraud.

Why Am I Getting So Many Spam Calls?
Your phone number is often leaked or sold, which makes it easy for scammers to spam you. Block unknown calls and protect your info to cut down on spam.

How to Remove Your Personal Information From the Internet
With a bit of work, you can remove your personal info from Google search results, websites, and data brokers — and you don’t have to do it all yourself.

What To Do If Your Data Has Been Breached
If you receive a Dark Web alert or data breach notification, you should act quickly to freeze your credit, update passwords, and look for signs of fraud

The 7 Best Dark Web Monitoring Services in 2024
Dark Web monitoring services scan illicit and anonymous online marketplaces for your leaked data — but not all of them are worth paying for.

How To Choose the Best Home Title Protection Service
Home title protection services claim to warn you when scammers try to “steal” your deed — but only a few services are really worth your money.

The 8 Best Spam Call Blocker Apps for Stopping Unwanted Calls
Phone scammers can bypass built-in and basic spam call blockers — but a new breed of AI-powered tools can finally protect you from non-stop spam calls.

How To Know If Your Phone Is Hacked (12 Warning Signs)
Signs of a hacked phone include reduced battery life, higher data usage, unusual device behavior, new apps, locked accounts, or receiving 2FA codes.
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17 Types of Cyber Attacks Commonly Used By Hackers
Cybercriminals are getting smarter and more sophisticated with their attacks. To stay safe, here are the latest threats you need to know.

How To Spot a Bank of America Phishing Email
Did you get a suspicious email from Bank of America? It could be a scam. Learn to spot the warning signs of a Bank of America phishing email.

Did You Get a Dark Web Alert? How To Secure Your Accounts
If your PII surfaces on a cybercrime forum or website, there are ways for you to receive early notifications. This is where Dark Web alerts come in.

Scammed Using Apple Pay? Here's How To Get Your Money Back
Were you scammed on Apple Pay? Here’s how you can identify common Apple Pay scams and dispute fraudulent charges to try and get your money back.

Was Your IP Address Hacked? How To Tell & What To Do
If your IP address is hacked, scammers can gain enough information to break into your financial accounts or steal your identity. Here’s how to stay safe.

What Is Credit Protection? 4 Options (and How To Choose)
Credit protection covers a wide range of tools that can protect your finances. Learn about the most common types of credit protection and how to choose.