Digital Security 101
How To Quickly Identify a Scammer (Online, Phone, and Text)
Data breaches and AI have helped scammers become more convincing — but there are still common red flags that can warn you if you’re being scammed.
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.
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Help—My Debit Card Was Charged for Something I Didn’t Buy
If your debit card was charged for something you didn't buy, you must act fast. Fraudsters could have more of your personal info.
Types of Google Play Gift Card Scams and How to Report It
Common Google Play gift card scams employ a wide range of techniques — from phishing emails to elaborate social engineering schemes. Here’s what to do.
How To Tell If Your Wi-Fi Is Hacked (And How To Fix It)
Your Wi-Fi may be prone to hacking if you're still using your router's default credentials, haven't updated its firmware, or have remote management on.
What Can Someone Do With Your License Plate Number?
Fraudsters can’t find out your SSN or other sensitive information from your license plate number alone — but they can use it to scam or impersonate you.
How To Spot a Fake Bank Text Message Scam
Fake bank text messages are a form of smishing where fraudsters use texts to impersonate financial institutions and phish for PII.
Is Roblox Safe for Kids? The Parental Safety Guide (2024)
While most in-game experiences on Roblox are tame, there have been cases where it inadvertently exposed kids to harmful content, including gambling.
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Is Credit Monitoring Actually Worth It? How To Decide
Credit monitoring can protect you against fraud. But do you need to pay for it? Learn what credit monitoring does and how to decide if you need it.
How To Prevent Credit Card Fraud: 10 Essential Steps
Criminals use your physical card or stolen credit card numbers to make purchases in your name or impersonate you — here's how you can stop them.
How To Block Text Messages From Unknown Numbers (NEW)
Is your phone being bombarded with text messages from strangers? Learn the easiest ways to block text messages from unknown numbers.
Do You Need Credit Monitoring or Identity Theft Protection?
What protects you (and your finances) more: identity theft protection or credit monitoring? Learn the benefits (and limitations) of both in this showdown.
How To Avoid Google Chat Scams (9 Warning Signs)
Scammers have started targeting victims via Google Chat. Learn about the latest Google Chat scams, how to spot a scammer, and what to do if you’re a victim.
The 10 Biggest Instagram Scams Happening Right Now
Instagram scammers can create fake accounts or hack into Instagram accounts that you follow. Here are 10 Instagram scams to steer clear of this year.
