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 Fortnite Safe for Kids? What Parents Need To Know
Is Fortnite Safe for Kids? It’s up to parents to do more to protect kids from online gaming risks — and Fortnite poses plenty.

How To Spot a Citibank Phishing Email (With Examples)
What does Citibank phishing email look like? How to spot them? If you’ve mistakenly interacted with one of these emails, what do you do?

Did You Give Your SSN To Scammers? Do This Now
Scammers can use your Social Security number to steal your identity — or worse. Here’s what you need to do if you accidentally gave your SSN to scammers.

Can Someone Hack Your Phone With Just Your Number?
If a hacker has your phone number you could be at risk of identity theft, financial fraud, and more. Here’s how to keep your number and your identity safe.

Is Minecraft Safe For Kids? What Parents Need To Know
Is Minecraft safe for kids? There are underlying risks to this popular video game. Parents need to know more to protect their children.

How To Protect Your Bank Account From Identity Theft [NEW]
Scammers will go to any length to get access to your accounts and financial information. Here’s how to protect your bank account from identity theft.