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.

Is Omegle Safe for Kids? How To Protect Your Kids Online
Omegle has become popular again with people of all ages, including children and teens — but anonymous interactions online are inherently dangerous.

How To Avoid the Credit National Assist Debt Relief Scam
Are you getting calls from “Credit National Assist?” Learn how to spot this common phone scam and protect yourself from fraudsters.

How To Repair Your Credit After Identity Theft
Did an identity thief ruin your credit with fraudulent charges? Here’s what you can do to repair your credit score after identity theft.

Credit Repair Scams: New Scam Types & How To Avoid Them
In credit repair scams, companies or individuals promise to improve your credit score using illegitimate means. Learn how to give these a wide berth.

How Long Does It Take To Repair Your Credit? (How To Do It)
Saddled with a low credit score due to fraud or missed payments? Learn how long it takes to repair credit (and how to do it the right way).

Are Free Credit Reports Safe? How To Avoid Credit Score Scams
Scammers use fake credit score sites and repair agencies to steal your personal info. Learn how to spot (and avoid) the latest credit score scams.
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How To Tell If Your Computer Has a Virus (and Remove It)
Is your computer acting strangely? Learn how to recognize if your computer has a virus and what to do next to stay safe and secure.

What To Do With an Old SIM Card (Don't Throw It Out!)
Old SIM cards can put you at risk of hacking and identity theft. Learn what to do with your old SIM card to keep yourself safe and secure.

Help! A Family Member Opened a Credit Card In My Name
It’s a crime for a family member to open a credit card in your name (and without your knowledge). Here’s how to handle this precarious situation.

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.

The Dark Web Explained: How It Works & Why It's So Dangerous
See how cybercriminals profit from your personal information on the Dark Web. Learn how to protect your data from financial fraud and identity theft.

Child Identity Theft: The Parental Guide to Protecting Your Kids
More than 1 million children were the victims of child identity theft last year. Learn how to protect your kids from scammers in this parental guide.