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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.
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How To Tell If Your Computer Has a Virus (and Remove It)
Is your computer acting strangely? Learn how to recognize if your computer has a virus and what to do next to stay safe and secure.

What To Do With an Old SIM Card (Don't Throw It Out!)
Old SIM cards can put you at risk of hacking and identity theft. Learn what to do with your old SIM card to keep yourself safe and secure.

Help! A Family Member Opened a Credit Card In My Name
It’s a crime for a family member to open a credit card in your name (and without your knowledge). Here’s how to handle this precarious situation.

What To Do If Your Personal Information Has Been Compromised
Your personal information — including your email, phone number, and even SSN — can be compromised in a data breach or hack, putting you at risk of fraud.

The Dark Web Explained: How It Works & Why It's So Dangerous
See how cybercriminals profit from your personal information on the Dark Web. Learn how to protect your data from financial fraud and identity theft.

Child Identity Theft: The Parental Guide to Protecting Your Kids
More than 1 million children were the victims of child identity theft last year. Learn how to protect your kids from scammers in this parental guide.