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.
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How Do Parental Controls Work? Setting Up Devices at Home
Content filtering, screen time limits, and internet usage all fall under the parental controls umbrella. Here’s how to set these up across devices.
TikTok Parental Controls: An Updated Guide for Parents
TikTok parental controls or Digital Wellbeing tools can manage screen time and content for kids. Turn on these features using this step-by-step guide.
When Should Kids Get Their First Phones? 2024 Guide
Deciding when to give your child their first phone will depend on their maturity level, situation, and trust level. Here’s how to know if they’re ready.
LinkedIn Scams: 10 Ways You Could Be at Risk on the Platform
LinkedIn has over 900 million users — but honest professionals aren’t the only ones on the platform. Here are 10 common LinkedIn scams to know.
The Worst Social Media Scams of 2024 & How To Avoid Them
Social media scams are running rampant. Learn what to look out for and how to avoid the worst social media scams out there right now.
How To Spot Fake Apps: App Size, Permissions, Source
Most fake apps advertise free and unlimited access, ostensibly, to the premium app — but then give you information-stealing malware.
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Is myFICO Legit? What You Need To Know Before Buying
myFICO is one of the only credit monitoring services that provides FICO® scores — but its limited features could leave you vulnerable to fraud and scams.
How To Opt Out of Prescreened Credit Card Offers
The Prescreen Opt-Out Notice Rule lets you permanently opt out of prescreened offers, or opt out for five years. Here’s how.
Why Is My Credit Frozen If I Didn’t Freeze It?
System errors, file mixups, data breaches, or even identity theft may be why your credit is frozen without you initiating it.
What Can Someone Do with Your Social Security Number?
It’s easier than ever for scammers to get your SSN. Learn what someone can do with your Social Security number (and how to keep it safe).
How To Set Time Limits on Apps To Control Screen Time
Whether you’re trying to control your child’s screen time or your own, setting time limits can be a powerful tool — if you know how to do it properly.
Is Avast Safe? What To Know Before You Buy
Avast is a popular antivirus software option — but recent data privacy concerns have made some users skeptical about whether it’s still the right choice.
