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.

The Latest Snapchat Scams You Need To Avoid
How do Snapchat scams work? Learn how to spot a fake account, what to do if you’re getting scammed, and how to protect yourself (and your kids), today.

Is Debt Relief Real? Or Is It a Scam?
When debt relief works, it can reduce the amount of debt you need to pay down, but that's not to say there aren't scams around.

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.
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I Replied to a Spam Text — What Should I Do Now?
If you replied to a spam text you could be at risk of identity theft or having your phone hacked. Learn how to stay safe after replying to a spam text.

Did the DMV Text You? Here’s How To Know If It’s a Scam
Scammers impersonate the DMV to fool you into giving them money and personal information. Learn how to identify the most common DMV text scams.

The Latest UPS Text Scams To Watch Out For
Did you just get a text from UPS? Be careful. It could be a scam! Here’s how to identify the latest UPS text scams and what to do if you get one.

How To Block Spam Texts From Email Addresses
Are you getting spam and scam texts from email addresses? Learn why this happens, what it means, and how to block texts from emails.

How To Stop Spam Texts (on Android and iPhone)
Millions of spam texts are sent every single day. Learn how to stop spam texts, block spammers, and protect your phone and identity from criminals.

Would You Fall For These 9 Craigslist Scams?
Craigslist scams are hard to prosecute because scammers operate outside of your home country or use stolen identities. Here are 9 ways to shop safely.