Digital Security 101
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Identity Theft Insurance Coverage, Limits, and Exclusions
Identity theft insurance helps reimburse stolen funds, legal fees, and other recovery costs associated with ID fraud. Coverage may vary by plan.
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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 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 Know If Your Phone Has a Virus
Unfamiliar apps and strange phone behavior are a few of the warning signs that your device has been infected and you need to take action immediately.
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Is IDShield Worth It? What To Know Before Buying
IDShield claims to provide all-in-one protection against identity theft, fraud, and hacking — but has issues that could leave you vulnerable.
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AARP Identity Theft Protection Review: Is It Worth It?
AARP offers a discounted version of LifeLock to its customers — but with limitations that could leave you vulnerable to hacking, identity theft, and fraud.
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10 Online Survey Scams and What They Hope You’ll Fall For
Scammers send fake surveys via spam texts, calls, or emails touting products and rewards — all to harvest sensitive information.
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5 Payday Loan Scams You Didn't Know About (Until Now)
Payday loans can be helpful when you need money fast — but how do you know if they’re legitimate? Learn the warning signs of common payday loan scams.
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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.
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The 8 Best Spam Call Blocker Apps for Stopping Unwanted Calls
Phone scammers can bypass built-in and basic spam call blockers — but a new breed of AI-powered tools can finally protect you from non-stop spam calls.
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How To Know If Your Phone Is Hacked (12 Warning Signs)
Signs of a hacked phone include reduced battery life, higher data usage, unusual device behavior, new apps, locked accounts, or receiving 2FA codes.
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How To Know If a Recruiter Is Legit: 7 Recruitment Scam Red Flags
Fake recruiters prowl LinkedIn, post on Indeed, and reach out to victims with non-existent job offers — but you can spot them if you know what to look for.
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Email Found on the Dark Web? Here’s How To Protect Yourself
If you’ve been part of a data breach, there’s a good chance that your email can be found on the Dark Web — but is this something you need to worry about?
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The Easiest Ways To Prevent Identity Theft [8 Steps]
While it’s impossible to completely prevent all types of identity theft, you can make yourself a much less vulnerable target with a few protective measures.