Digital Security 101
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Aura vs. Bark: How To Choose the Best Parental Control App
Aura vs. Bark is a hot debate — which is the best parental controls app to keep your kids safe online? It’s time to find out.
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Identity Theft Insurance Coverage, Limits, and Exclusions
Identity theft insurance helps reimburse stolen funds, legal fees, and other recovery costs associated with ID fraud. Coverage may vary by plan.
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USPhoneBook Opt Out Guide: How To Remove Your Info
USPhoneBook.com collects and shares personal data, which can put you at risk of harassment or even identity theft — unless you remove your information.
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What To Do If Your Identity Is Stolen (2024 Identity Restoration Guide)
Knowing what to do if your identity is stolen makes the difference between a close call and financial ruin. Are you ready if a scammer strikes?
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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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What Can Someone Do With Your License Plate Number?
Fraudsters can’t find out your SSN or other sensitive information from your license plate number alone — but they can use it to scam or impersonate you.
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How To Spot a Fake Bank Text Message Scam
Fake bank text messages are a form of smishing where fraudsters use texts to impersonate financial institutions and phish for PII.
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Is Roblox Safe for Kids? The Parental Safety Guide (2024)
While most in-game experiences on Roblox are tame, there have been cases where it inadvertently exposed kids to harmful content, including gambling.
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The 11 Latest Telegram App Scams To Watch Out For
Scammers have flocked to Telegram in recent years. Here’s how to keep your personal information, crypto, and online accounts safe from Telegram app scams.
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The Top 5 Identity Theft Protection Apps (Reviewed and Rated)
Identity theft protection apps let you respond to identity theft alerts while on the go. This guide provides an in-depth comparison of five options.
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How To Avoid The 7 Latest Ally Bank Scams (2024)
Ally Bank has been hit with several security issues in recent years. If you’re a customer, you need to know how to spot the latest scams and risks.