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.

How To Stop Spam Emails (New Concise Guide)
If you simply opened a spam email, you may be in the clear. But if you clicked on a link, downloaded an attachment, or responded, be cautious.

What Is a CPN or Credit Protection Number? (Updated)
If you’re trying to rebuild or repair your credit, the last thing you need is to get scammed. Learn how to spot illegal credit repair and CPN number scams.

Did Scammers Use Your Credit Card? Take These 10 Steps Now
CNP fraud is expected to comprise 74.0% of this year's card payment fraud losses, totaling over $10.16 billion.

Aura vs. IdentityForce: Detailed Comparison & Review
Aura and IdentityForce both offer "all-in-one" solutions to protect your identity — but there are specific differences in their features you should know.

Does Two-Factor Authentication Prevent Hacking?
MFA is not a silver bullet, but it’s far more effective than a password-only authentication method. In conjunction, also use a VPN, password manager.

Does Credit Repair Work? Should You Use This Service?
Credit repair can remove inaccuracies from credit reports. People with no credit, good credit, or deserved bad credit might have little use for it.
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I Got Scammed on Zelle—Can I Get My Money Back?
Did you get scammed on Zelle? Here’s how you can try to get your money back and how to avoid common Zelle scams in the future.

What Can Scammers Do With Your Personal Info? (Name & Address)
Is your name and address enough for someone to steal your identity? Learn what scammers can do with your basic contact information (and how to stay safe).

The 12 Latest Scams You Need To Avoid (2024)
This year is shaping up to be one of the worst ever for online scams, cybercrime, and fraud. Stay safe by knowing the latest scams making the rounds.

The 17 Types of Identity Theft You Need To Know
Nearly 40% of all Americans believe that their identities have been stolen at some point — learn the most common ways that identity thieves come after you.

How To Tell if Someone Is Scamming You Online (Real Examples)
You might be dealing with an online scammer if they request sensitive personal information, money, or insist on speaking on a chat app of their choice.

How To Know If You Need an Active Duty Fraud Alert
An active duty fraud alert can help keep service members safe from fraudsters while deployed — but it’s not your only option. Here’s what you need to know.