Digital Security 101
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How To Block Ads on Chrome (Android, iPhone, and Desktop)
Google Chrome includes built-in tools to help block some ads and pop-ups — but a third-party ad blocker is a better bet for an ad-free browsing experience.
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How To Remove Viruses From Mac Computers
Hackers use malware to infect your Mac, spy on you, or hold your sensitive files hostage — but with a few steps, you can clear your Mac of most infections.
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Radaris Opt Out Guide: How To Fully Remove Your Information
Radaris collects your personal information from public sources and sells it to anyone who will pay — unless you follow these steps to opt out of the site.
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How To Fully Remove Your Information From Whitepages
The Whitepages opt-out process can help protect your privacy — but is it enough? Learn how to best protect your data and identity.
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How To Get Your Personal Information Off of Google Search
If your personal information can be easily found in a Google search, it can put you at risk of harassment, hacking, and even identity theft.
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New Data: Many Parents Unaware of the Apps Kids Are Using
46% of parents feel highly confident about what apps their children use. Aura’s own data says otherwise. Read the new 2024 State of the Youth Report.
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Is BeReal Safe For Kids? What Parents Need To Know
Despite its approach of prioritizing authenticity over sharing, BeReal has some privacy risks that might make you think twice about letting your kids use it.
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What Is Saturn App? How To Know If It's Safe For Your Kids
While Saturn App is a popular calendar app for high school students, it has also come under attack by parents and school boards over privacy concerns.
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Is Identity Theft Protection Worth It in 2024? Only in These Cases
Identity theft protection services aren’t right for everyone. But if you’re a prior victim or have family members to protect, it could make sense for you.
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What To Do If You Were Hacked: How To Recover Hacked Accounts
As soon as you see signs that your accounts or devices have been hacked, act quickly to remove malware, regain access, and minimize the damage.
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How To Remove a Virus From Your Android Phone
Worried your Android phone or device has been infected? Follow these step-by-step instructions on how to identify and remove Android malware.
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How To Dispute Debts in My Name (That Aren’t Mine)
Send a dispute letter to the collector within 30 days, dispute inaccuracies with credit bureaus, and request that the collector stop contacting you.
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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.
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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.