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.

How To Know If You’ve Received a Fake USPS Tracking Number
USPS text message scams and fake USPS tracking numbers are hounding unsuspecting buyers across the country. Here’s what you need to know.

Was Your Amazon Package Stolen? Here’s What To Do
260 million packages were stolen off porches in America in 2022. Was your Amazon package stolen, too? Here are 9 things to do right away.

How To Prevent Phishing Attacks and Keep Your Inbox Safe
Phishing attacks are one of the most common ways that scammers target you (and steal your identity). Here’s how you can prevent phishing.

How To Prevent Check Fraud: 6 Preemptive Steps
Check fraud occurs when scammers illegally alter, forge, or steal checks in order to withdraw money from a bank account. Read more.

What To Do If You Click on a Phishing Link
Clicking on a phishing link can transmit basic information like your location and device stats, redirect you to a fake website, or download malware.

Fake Check Scams: How To Identify Them (& What To Do)
Americans lost almost $80 million to fake check scams last year alone. Learn how to spot the signs of a fake check and what to do if you receive one.
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Radaris Opt Out Guide: How To Fully Remove Your Information
Radaris collects your personal information from public sources and sells it to anyone who will pay — unless you follow these steps to opt out of the site.

How To Fully Remove Your Information From Whitepages
The Whitepages opt-out process can help protect your privacy — but is it enough? Learn how to best protect your data and identity.

How To Get Your Personal Information Off of Google Search
If your personal information can be easily found in a Google search, it can put you at risk of harassment, hacking, and even identity theft.

New Data: Many Parents Unaware of the Apps Kids Are Using
46% of parents feel highly confident about what apps their children use. Aura’s own data says otherwise. Read the new 2024 State of the Youth Report.

Is BeReal Safe For Kids? What Parents Need To Know
Despite its approach of prioritizing authenticity over sharing, BeReal has some privacy risks that might make you think twice about letting your kids use it.

What Is Saturn App? How To Know If It's Safe For Your Kids
While Saturn App is a popular calendar app for high school students, it has also come under attack by parents and school boards over privacy concerns.