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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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 Check If Someone Is Illegally Using Your Name
Stolen and leaked information can be used at any moment. Keep tabs on your identity by regularly checking the places where scammers may try to use it.
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DeleteMe Alternatives: 7 Better Ways To Protect Your Privacy
DeleteMe was one of the first services to help you remove your personal info from data brokers — but some competitors do more to keep you safe online.
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Should Kids Play Video Games? 10 Strategies for Safer Gaming
Research shows that video games can have both positive and negative effects on children — depending on how, when, and what games they play.
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The Top 9 LifeLock Alternatives (Reviewed and Rated)
LifeLock is a well-known name in online security, but it’s not the only dependable choice for identity theft protection.
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Online Banking Security: How To Keep Your Accounts Safe
Banks spend millions on online security — but it’s not always enough to keep scammers out. Follow these steps to secure your online bank account.
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How To Properly Set Up Your Social Media Privacy Settings
Scammers, stalkers, and hackers can use public information on your social media profiles to target you — unless you change your privacy settings.
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How Can Someone Track My Location? (How To Stop Them)
Scammers and stalkers can track your location by using spyware or legal apps on your phone — unless you follow these steps to keep your location private.
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How To Spot LinkedIn Job Scams (11 Warning Signs)
Scammers use LinkedIn to post fake job listings, impersonate recruiters, and trick you into giving them sensitive information or sending money.
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How To Know If Your Phone Has a Virus
Unfamiliar apps and strange phone behavior are a few of the warning signs that your device has been infected and you need to take action immediately.
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Is IDShield Worth It? What To Know Before Buying
IDShield claims to provide all-in-one protection against identity theft, fraud, and hacking — but has issues that could leave you vulnerable.