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.

Scammed on PayPal? Here's How To Get Your Money Back
PayPal is one of the safer ways to send and receive money. But it’s still full of scammers. Here’s what to do if you’ve been scammed on PayPal.

Is Discord Safe for Kids? A Quickstart Guide for Parents
Is Discord safe? While Discord removes accounts that endanger children, there are steps parents can take in the absence of true parental controls on the app.

How Do Hackers Get Passwords? (And How To Stop Them)
Learn about the warning signs of password cracking, how hackers get passwords, and how to protect your online accounts from cyberattacks.

How To Reduce Your Digital Footprint & Protect Yourself Online
Every site you visit, link you click, and search you make is part of your online footprint. Learn how to minimize your digital footprint today.

The 10 Best Parental Control Apps for iPhones Right Now
Children face more online threats than ever. Learn about 10 of the best parental control apps for iPhones and how to choose which one is right for you.

Pros And Cons of Using a VPN: How To Know If You Need One
Is it worth it to use a VPN in 2023? Learn about the pros and cons of using a VPN and how to decide which one is right for you and your digital safety.
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13 Types of Phishing Attacks You Need To Know in 2024
Most people don’t know about the different types of phishing, which puts them at risk every day. Here’s how to stay safe.

What Is a Credit Card Skimmer? How To Spot & Avoid Skimming
Card skimming in the United States surged by 700% in the first half of 2022. Here’s how to identify credit card skimmers right away.

Solved: How To Check for Viruses on An iPhone
Is your iPhone acting strangely, overheating, or not working? Learn how to identify malware and other issues impacting your phone — and what to do next.

How To Avoid The Latest Gift Card Scams (2024)
Gift cards are among the most popular targets for scammers. Learn how to spot (and avoid) the latest gift card scams.

How To Block Websites on Android in 2024 (7 Ways)
Learn seven of the best ways to block websites on Android in 2024 — whether you want to protect your family or block distractions.

How to Avoid The Latest Charity Scams (2023)
The last thing you want when donating money is to send it to a scam charity. Learn how to sport charity fraud and avoid charity scams.