Digital Security 101
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How To Block Ads on Chrome (Android, iPhone, and Desktop)
Google Chrome includes built-in tools to help block some ads and pop-ups — but a third-party ad blocker is a better bet for an ad-free browsing experience.
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How To Remove Viruses From Mac Computers
Hackers use malware to infect your Mac, spy on you, or hold your sensitive files hostage — but with a few steps, you can clear your Mac of most infections.
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Loan Fraud Explained: How Scammers Get Free Money In Your Name
If a criminal steals your identity, they can get loans on cars, homes, and businesses in your name. Here’s how to stop loan fraud from happening to you.
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Is Bark Worth It? What Parents Should Know Before Buying
Bark has been a leader in parental controls software for years — but many users complain about its functionality and how easy it is to circumvent.
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Online Banking Security: How To Keep Your Accounts Safe
Banks spend millions on online security — but it’s not always enough to keep scammers out. Follow these steps to secure your online bank account.
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How To Properly Set Up Your Social Media Privacy Settings
Scammers, stalkers, and hackers can use public information on your social media profiles to target you — unless you change your privacy settings.
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How Can Someone Track My Location? (How To Stop Them)
Scammers and stalkers can track your location by using spyware or legal apps on your phone — unless you follow these steps to keep your location private.
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How To Spot LinkedIn Job Scams (11 Warning Signs)
Scammers use LinkedIn to post fake job listings, impersonate recruiters, and trick you into giving them sensitive information or sending money.
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How To File A Police Report For Identity Theft (in 2024)
A police report is often required to dispute new accounts, fraudulent loans, and other identity theft crimes — but they can sometimes be difficult to file.
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How To Find Out If Your Information Is on the Dark Web (For Free)
Free Dark Web scanners can only do so much. Use these tools to dig deeper into the Dark Web and learn how at risk you are of scams and identity theft.
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How to Remove Your Personal Information From the Internet
With a bit of work, you can remove your personal info from Google search results, websites, and data brokers — and you don’t have to do it all yourself.
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What To Do If Your Data Has Been Breached
If you receive a Dark Web alert or data breach notification, you should act quickly to freeze your credit, update passwords, and look for signs of fraud
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The 7 Best Dark Web Monitoring Services in 2024
Dark Web monitoring services scan illicit and anonymous online marketplaces for your leaked data — but not all of them are worth paying for.
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How To Choose the Best Home Title Protection Service
Home title protection services claim to warn you when scammers try to “steal” your deed — but only a few services are really worth your money.