Digital Security 101

Identity theft insurance helps reimburse stolen funds, legal fees, and other recovery costs associated with ID fraud. Coverage may vary by plan.

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.

Avast is a popular antivirus software option — but recent data privacy concerns have made some users skeptical about whether it’s still the right choice.

Parental control apps like Canopy and Bark can block adult content, giving parents a sense of safety — but do these apps do enough to keep kids safe online?

A VPN alone can't protect you from phishing or malware; still, for the average user they can be useful. With other security tools, they’re more effective.

It’s important that you act quickly as soon as you see signs that your computer has been infected with a virus to limit damage and protect your identity.

Credit Karma offers "free" credit monitoring and personal financial tools to millions of Americans — but it's not the only (or best) option available.

Fraudsters have more ways than ever to steal your identity. But by learning their scams, you can help keep your identity, finances, and family safe.