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 IP Address? 10 Risks To Know
Your IP address can give hackers access to sensitive device and location info that they can use to tailor personalized phishing attacks and scam you.
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How To Put Parental Controls On Your Child's iPad
Apple’s built-in parental controls for iPads can control the content your children can access — but falls short when protecting them from online threats.
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How To Spot Bank Impersonation Scams (Text, Email & Phone)
Fraudsters target your bank account by impersonating bank employees via emails, calls, and texts. Learn how to spot the warning signs before it’s too late.
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The 11 Worst Facebook Scams Happening Right Now
Scammers are running rampant on Facebook. Learn how to recognize the latest Facebook scams and protect your identity, finances, and online accounts.
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My Child Used My Credit Card Without Permission — Help!
Under the FCBA, you are not liable for unauthorized credit card charges over $50. But what if those charges were made by your children?
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How To See What My Kid Is Doing Online: 5 Tools
When you know how to see what your kids are doing online, you can protect them from scams, bullies, and identity theft. Are your kids safe?