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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The Dangers of Using Public Wi-Fi (and How To Stay Safe)
Public and unsecured Wi-Fi networks are convenient. But are they safe? Learn the 10 hidden dangers of unsecured and public Wi-Fi networks (and what to do).

Someone Claimed Unemployment in My Name. What Should I Do?
If scammers claim unemployment in your name, your bank account, credit, and identity could be at risk. Learn what to do to protect yourself.

Fraud Alert vs. Credit Freeze: Which Is Better & How To Choose
Both tools can help protect your personal information and identity. But what’s the difference and when do you choose a fraud alert vs. a credit freeze?

What Is PPP Loan Fraud? How Scammers Stole $100+ Billion
PPP loan fraud has been called the largest fraud of all time with more than $100 billion stolen. But what is it exactly? And how does it put you in danger?

How to Lock Your Social Security Number for Free (Self Lock)
While there’s no one way to freeze your Social Security number (SSN), using a Self Lock or blocking electronic access can help secure it.

My Mother Stole My Identity
What would you do if your mom stole your identity? Here's how Axton Betz Hamilton dealt with an identity thief in her family.