Digital Security 101

How To Block Annoying Ads on YouTube
While you can pay for an ad-free YouTube experience with YouTube Premium, third-party extensions and privacy-focused browsers are often cheaper and better.

How To Block Ads (Easiest Methods For Each Platform)
Ads and pop-ups aren’t just annoying; they can also put your online privacy and safety at risk — luckily you can block them on almost every platform.

What is Credit Monitoring? Do You Really Need It?
Credit monitoring is one of the best ways to protect your credit score and catch the early warning signs of fraud — but only if you use the right service.

My Bank Account Has Been Hacked. Can I Get My Money Back?
Notify your bank to report any unauthorized transactions, start an investigation. Banks generally refund fraudulent transactions if reported promptly.

How To Protect Yourself From Identity Theft
The best way to protect yourself from identity theft is to limit the information fraudsters can find about you — after that, it’s all about playing defense.

Someone Opened A Bank Account In My Name — Help!
Contact the bank where the account was opened to report fraud and to close the account. Also take these steps to protect your identity and credit.

Do Banks Refund Scammed Money? (How To Dispute Fraud)
While banks are generally obligated to refund money lost to fraud, they may deny the refund if you were negligent or involved in the scam.

What Can Scammers Do With Your Bank Account Number?
Scammers can't access your bank account with just your bank account number; however, they can set up direct debits or transfers via EFTs.
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15 Amazon Scams You Didn’t Know About (Until Now)
Amazon scams are on the rise. Get familiar with how common scams work to protect your family and finances.

What To Do If a Scammer Has Your Email Address
Your email address is a precious commodity for fraudsters. Here’s what you should do if a scammer has your email address to stay safe.

How To Avoid the 8 Latest Zelle Scams (Updated)
Zelle is fast and easy to use. But is it safe? Here’s a list of the latest Zelle scams you need to watch out for and how you can keep your money safe.

How to Recognize & Avoid the 7 Most Common Geek Squad Scams
Geek Squad scams impersonate Best Buy employees to bilk innocent victims. Here are the 7 most common scams and how to spot them right away.

What Can a Scammer Do With Your Medicare Number?
Scammers use phishing tactics to trick victims into giving up their Medicare number — and then use it to steal health benefits or worse.

Is It Bad To Have Too Many Credit Cards?
Is it bad to have too many credit cards? There's no right or wrong answer, but your credit score may be impacted. Learn more with this essential guide.