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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How To Tell If You've Been Hacked: 12 Warning Signs
The sooner you recognize the signs of a hack, the better chance you have of shutting down hackers and scammers before they can do too much damage.
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How Can I Find Out If Someone Is Using My Social Security Number?
A compromised Social Security number can lead to identity theft, fraud, and worse. Learn how to tell if someone is using your SSN without your permission.
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How To Prevent Medical Identity Theft: 7 Must-Do Steps
Preventing medical identity theft starts with locking down your health insurance information, having 2FA on related apps, and tracking your medical records.
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The 7 Best McAfee Competitors and Alternatives (How To Choose)
While McAfee was once a household name for digital security, its products aren’t as well-suited to combat modern cyberthreats compared to the alternatives.
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How To Protect Your Privacy Online
Your personal information is easily available online to anyone who knows where to look — unless you take these steps to secure your online identity.
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The 6 Best Credit Monitoring Apps (Track Your Credit Scores)
Credit monitoring apps help track your credit score, warn you of fraud, and educate you about building credit — but not all are worth your time and money.