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.

Investment Fraud: 22 Scams To Know of (and Avoid) Right Now
This article will review the most common types of investment fraud, how they work, and key warning signs to watch out for.

Was Your Phone Number Found on the Dark Web? Do This Now
Was your phone number found on the Dark Web after a data breach? Here’s what to do next.

How Do Hackers Get Your Social Security Number?
Are you worried that your Social Security number has been compromised? Learn how to tell if hackers are using your SSN and what to do next.

Microsoft Account Hacked? Here's How To Recover It
Did someone access your Microsoft account? Act fast! Here’s how to recover a hacked Microsoft account and protect yourself from hackers in the future.

Is Fortnite Safe for Kids? What Parents Need To Know
Is Fortnite Safe for Kids? It’s up to parents to do more to protect kids from online gaming risks — and Fortnite poses plenty.

How To Spot a Citibank Phishing Email (With Examples)
What does Citibank phishing email look like? How to spot them? If you’ve mistakenly interacted with one of these emails, what do you do?
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Does Two-Factor Authentication Prevent Hacking?
MFA is not a silver bullet, but it’s far more effective than a password-only authentication method. In conjunction, also use a VPN, password manager.

Does Credit Repair Work? Should You Use This Service?
Credit repair can remove inaccuracies from credit reports. People with no credit, good credit, or deserved bad credit might have little use for it.

What Is Criminal Identity Theft? (How To Protect Yourself)
Criminals can use your identity during crimes and leave you with a criminal record. Learn about the risks of criminal identity theft and how to prevent it.

The Unexpected Dangers of Online Dating [11 Scams To Know]
Millions of people have found love through online dating — but millions more have been the victims of scammers. Here’s how to stay safe while dating online.

7 Consequences Of Your Digital Footprint You Need To Know
The information in your digital footprint can have serious consequences to your online and real-world reputation — unless you take steps to reduce it.

What Is a VPN on iPhones? Why You Need It, How To Enable It
Private Relay won’t solve all of your privacy problems, but an iPhone VPN can fortify your entire online experience. But that’s not all it can do.