Digital Security 101
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How To Block Ads (Easiest Methods For Each Platform)
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.
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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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Hacked Debit Card? 9 Ways To Protect Your Money
Most often, thieves “hack” debit cards with skimmers on POS terminals. Keeping a close eye on card statements, using contactless payments can help.
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11 Top VPN Features, What To Look For Before You Buy
Most extensive VPN features can be overwhelming — like split tunneling or DNS leak protection. If you’re only looking to stream, game, keep it simple.
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Is ID Watchdog Worth It? What To Know Before You Buy
ID Watchdog offers one of the best insurance policies in the industry — but its lack of digital security and questionable data policies are problematic.
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IdentityIQ Review: Is It Really Worth It?
IdentityIQ offers one of the most affordable basic plans for ID theft protection — but can leave you vulnerable even on its higher-priced plans.
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How To Properly Set Up Your Privacy Settings on iPhones
Your iPhone’s default privacy settings are relatively strong, but they can leave you vulnerable to data losses and hacking — unless you make these changes.
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How To Block Inappropriate Content: 2024 Guide For Parents
Teens and kids are curious about adult content — these tools and steps will help ensure that they can’t easily access it without your permission.
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How To Avoid The 7 Latest Ally Bank Scams (2024)
Ally Bank has been hit with several security issues in recent years. If you’re a customer, you need to know how to spot the latest scams and risks.
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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?