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.

15 Amazon Scams You Didn’t Know About (Until Now)
Amazon scams are on the rise. Get familiar with how common scams work to protect your family and finances.

What To Do If a Scammer Has Your Email Address
Your email address is a precious commodity for fraudsters. Here’s what you should do if a scammer has your email address to stay safe.

How To Avoid the 8 Latest Zelle Scams (Updated)
Zelle is fast and easy to use. But is it safe? Here’s a list of the latest Zelle scams you need to watch out for and how you can keep your money safe.

How to Recognize & Avoid the 7 Most Common Geek Squad Scams
Geek Squad scams impersonate Best Buy employees to bilk innocent victims. Here are the 7 most common scams and how to spot them right away.

What Can a Scammer Do With Your Medicare Number?
Scammers use phishing tactics to trick victims into giving up their Medicare number — and then use it to steal health benefits or worse.

Is It Bad To Have Too Many Credit Cards?
Is it bad to have too many credit cards? There's no right or wrong answer, but your credit score may be impacted. Learn more with this essential guide.
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How To Avoid the 6 Latest Wells Fargo Scams
Wells Fargo scams can wipe out your savings with a single text message. Do you know the warning signs and how to stay safe?

The 7 Latest Amazon Scam Calls (and How To Spot Them)
Amazon phone scams are running rampant, with Americans receiving over 100 million every month. Learn how to identify the most common Amazon scam calls.

7 Signs of a Social Security Scam Call
Here’s what you need to know about Social Security scam calls and what to do if you realize you're on the phone with an SSA imposter.

What is Vishing? How To Identify Phone Scams (15 Examples)
Vishing — when scammers call you and trick you into sending them money or information — is skyrocketing. Don’t fall for these 15 phone scams!

What Is a Data Breach? (And How To Protect Your Data)
What is a data breach, and how can you protect your personal information? Find out everything you need to know to stay safe.

How To Read a Credit Report (and Dispute Errors)
Fraud and errors on your credit reports could be damaging your credit score. Learn how to read your credit reports and dispute any incorrect information.