Digital Security 101
What To Do If Your Personal Information Has Been Compromised
Your personal information — including your email, phone number, and even SSN — can be compromised in a data breach or hack, putting you at risk of fraud.
Why Am I Getting So Many Spam Calls?
Your phone number is often leaked or sold, which makes it easy for scammers to spam you. Block unknown calls and protect your info to cut down on spam.
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How To Quickly Identify Phishing Emails (13 Red Flags)
Clicking on links or responding to phishing emails can put you at risk of identity theft, hacking, or fraud. Check for these red flags before you react.
Here’s How You Can Prevent Credit Card Cloning
Cloned cards are fraudulent copies of real credit or debit cards. Hacked POS terminals and skimmers can both easily give away card information.
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.
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Brushing Scam: Is This Free Amazon Package Legit?
Did an unexpected Amazon package show up on your door? If so, you might be the target of a brushing scam. Here’s what to do about it.
How To Dispute a Credit Card Charge in 9 Steps
If you see fraudulent charges or errors on your credit card statement you need to know how to properly dispute them quickly.
How To Identify a Military Romance Scam: 17 Warning Signs
There’s nothing more vile than someone pretending to be a service member to scam you. But military romance scams are real. Here’s how to spot them.
How To Remove Hard Inquiries From Your Credit Report
Here’s how to remove hard inquiries from your credit report if you suspect fraud. Unfamiliar and undisputed hard checks might cost you your identity.
How To Tell If An Email Is From a Scammer [With Examples]
Did you receive an email from PayPal or Amazon asking to confirm your account details? Could it be legitimate or a scam? Here's how to tell.
Credit Lock vs. Credit Freeze: Which One Is More Secure?
Credit freeze, security freeze, and credit lock are often used interchangeably — however, there are key differences between them you should know.
