Digital Security 101

While you can pay for an ad-free YouTube experience with YouTube Premium, third-party extensions and privacy-focused browsers are often cheaper and better.

Ads and pop-ups aren’t just annoying; they can also put your online privacy and safety at risk — luckily you can block them on almost every platform.

While you can’t be hacked simply by responding to a text message, it makes you vulnerable to more serious scams and threats that could put you in danger.

If scammers have spoofed your phone number, you could end up with a massive phone bill or worse. Learn what to do if your phone number is being spoofed.

If someone used your personal information and SSN to file taxes, you need to report the issues immediately and protect yourself against identity theft.

Criminals use your stolen information to file fraudulent tax returns in your name and pocket the refund — unless you know how to spot the warning signs.

Scammers impersonate the IRS during tax season to trick you into sending them money or providing sensitive information — here’s what you need to know.

If scammers use stolen information to file taxes in your name, it can cost you time, energy, and even money — unless you put protective measures in place.