Digital Security 101
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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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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 Protect Yourself From Hackers
Protecting yourself from hackers involves using the right tools and following best practices for account and device safety. Learn what to do to stay safe.
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How To Shop Online Safely (Without Getting Scammed)
Online shopping scams cost Americans over $350 million last year alone. Follow these 15 tips to ensure you're not wasting money on fake online stores.
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How To Avoid the 14 Latest Venmo Scams [2024 Update]
Venmo is fast and easy to use. But is it safe? Here’s a list of the latest Venmo scams you need to watch out for and how you can keep your money safe.
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How To Get Rid of Viruses on iPhones and iPads
Like any other electronic devices, iPhones and iPads are susceptible to malicious software. Learn what to do if you think your device has been compromised.
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10 Latest Costco Scams You Didn’t Know About (Until Now)
Scammers use your trust of the Costco brand to trick you into giving up money, personal data, and passwords. Learn how to avoid the latest Costco scams.
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How To Avoid Travel Agency Scams (And Fake Booking Sites)
Fraudsters advertise cheap travel via fake websites, social media ads, and phishing messages. Learn how to spot and avoid common online travel scams.
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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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How To Stop Websites From Tracking Your Personal Information
Almost every online website and service tracks you in some way — but while trackers are mostly harmless, they can put your privacy and identity at risk.
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How To Get Three-Bureau Credit Monitoring: 5 Best Options
Three-bureau credit monitoring is an essential tool if you’ve been the victim of identity theft or a data breach — but not all services are equal.
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Aura vs. LifeLock: What You Need To Know Before You Choose
While both services share common features, there are fundamental differences between their levels of service, plan options, and pricing.
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Is Guardio Legit? What You Need To Know Before Signing Up
Guardio advertises a “new way” to protect against online threats — but is its browser-based security might not be enough for many modern online threats.
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How To Check Your Digital Footprint (with Free Scanner)
Your digital footprint can expose you to scams, hacking, and identity theft — unless you take steps to find out what’s in your footprint and stay safe.