Digital Security 101
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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.
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Aura vs. Bark: How To Choose the Best Parental Control App
Aura vs. Bark is a hot debate — which is the best parental controls app to keep your kids safe online? It’s time to find out.
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Why It’s Important To Check Your Credit Reports (and How To Do It)
Your credit reports can bring to light early warning signs of fraud or errors that could impact your credit score — but only if you know where to look.
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How To Contact the Police About Credit Card Fraud
Police don’t always investigate credit card fraud — however, filing a fraud and identity theft report with law enforcement can help you recover lost funds.
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Is Norton Privacy Monitor Assistant Worth It? [New Review]
Norton Privacy Monitor Assistant can help with data broker opt-outs, but its add-on cost and quarterly scans may not make it the best choice.
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Is Allstate Identity Protection Worth It? What To Know
While Allstate is well-known for car and home protection, its identity monitoring may not offer some of the usability available in newer products.
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8 Best Credit Monitoring Services This Year (Free & Paid)
While there are free credit monitoring solutions available, many have limited features that can leave you vulnerable to fraud or credit score damage.
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PrivacyGuard Review: What You Need To Know Before Buying
PrivacyGuard has provided identity and credit protection services for over three decades — but it has fallen behind more modern (and affordable) providers.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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14 Dangers of Identity Theft That Can Leave You Reeling
From financial devastation to emotional pain, the dangers of identity theft are serious. Don't let identity theft cripple your life.