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.

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 in 2024 (7 Ways)
Learn seven of the best ways to block websites on Android in 2024 — whether you want to protect your family or block distractions.

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.

14 Dangers of Identity Theft That Can Leave You Reeling
From financial devastation to emotional pain, the dangers of identity theft are serious. Don't let identity theft cripple your life.

How To Identify Veterans Charity Scams (10 Examples)
Here’s how to spot a veterans charity scam and make sure your donations are going to the right place — in the pockets of our veterans.
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How Much Does LifeLock Really Cost? Read Before You Buy
LifeLock offers strong protection against identity thieves, but its pricing plans are confusing and costly compared to alternatives like Aura.

How To Cancel LifeLock (and Get Your Money Back)
The process for canceling your LifeLock account sounds easy — but it can quickly become complicated depending on your plan and how you signed up.

The 6 Best Identity Guard Alternatives (Rated and Reviewed)
Identity Guard is one of the original (and best) identity theft protection services — but you still might be better off with one of these alternatives.

How To Cancel IdentityIQ Quickly and Easily
Whether you signed up for IdentityIQ and changed your mind or discovered you were enrolled in its service without your knowledge, you have options.

How To Tell If You've Been Hacked: 12 Warning Signs
The sooner you recognize the signs of a hack, the better chance you have of shutting down hackers and scammers before they can do too much damage.

How Can I Find Out If Someone Is Using My Social Security Number?
A compromised Social Security number can lead to identity theft, fraud, and worse. Learn how to tell if someone is using your SSN without your permission.