Digital Security 101

How To Quickly Identify a Scammer (Online, Phone, and Text)
Data breaches and AI have helped scammers become more convincing — but there are still common red flags that can warn you if you’re being scammed.

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.

13 Types of Phishing Attacks You Need To Know in 2024
Most people don’t know about the different types of phishing, which puts them at risk every day. Here’s how to stay safe.

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.

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.

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.

How To Block Websites on Android (7 Ways)
Whether you want to protect your family from inappropriate content or block distractions for yourself, blocking websites on Android is relatively easy.

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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How To Identify Amazon Email Scams (Before You Lose Money)
Amazon email scams can steal your life savings or identity. Know the red flags and how to protect your finances from fraudsters.

How To Identify (and Avoid) Publishers Clearing House Scams
Scammers use the promise of winnings to trick you into giving up money or sensitive information. Learn about the latest Publishers Clearing House scams.

The 7 Latest Bank of America Scams and How To Identify Them
Scammers target Bank of America customers to gain access to their accounts and steal their money. Learn the latest BofA scams and how to avoid them.

Wells Fargo Scam Texts: How To Spot Them and Protect Your Money
Wells Fargo scam texts can trick you out of thousands of dollars. Learn how to identify text scams, reduce spam, and protect your money.

How To Avoid The 8 Latest eBay Gift Card Scams
Fraudsters are targeting eBay gift cards at record numbers. Learn how to spot common eBay gift card scams and what to do if you’ve been scammed.

Social Media Privacy: What Are The Risks? (How To Stay Safe)
Are you unknowingly giving scammers or predators your personal information? Learn how to identify social media privacy risks and secure your accounts.