Digital Security 101

How To Block Annoying Ads on YouTube
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.

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.

Extortion Scams: What To Know & How To Protect Yourself
Extortion is a crime recognized by both state and federal laws. If you or someone you know has been extorted, follow these steps to minimize damage.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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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Is AnyDesk Safe To Download? Avoid These 7 AnyDesk Scams
Did someone ask you to download AnyDesk? Slow down, as it could be a scam. Learn how AnyDesk scams work and how to keep yourself safe.

How To Avoid Black Friday & Cyber Monday Scams (2023)
Black Friday & Cyber Monday scams are on the rise. Learn 9 common ways con artists are defrauding holiday shoppers this year.

What Are “Spam Risk” Phone Calls? Why Do They Keep Calling?
AT&T identifies an unwanted or potentially harmful call as a “Spam Risk”. Answering these calls could do more than just increase scam call frequency.

The 15 Types of Hackers (And How To Protect Yourself)
Cybercrime is the fastest growing crime in America. Learn about the different types of hackers, who they’re after, and how to protect yourself.

The Most Unbelievable Identity Theft Stories of All Time
Here are the nine most unbelievable and terrifying identity theft stories that will show you just how grave identity theft can be.

The Effects of Cyberbullying (And How To Protect Your Children)
The effects of cyberbullying can be hard to spot. But it’s crucial that parents know the warning signs to keep their kids safe online.