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.

Is Etsy Safe? 7 Etsy Scams You Didn’t Know About (Until Now)
Don’t get scammed while shopping on Etsy. Learn how to identify the latest Etsy scams and how to get your money back if you’ve been scammed.

12 Internet Safety Tips For Kids and Teens
Follow these internet safety tips to keep your kids and teens safe online. Learn how to block harmful content, avoid predators, and more.

How To Spot a Chase Phishing Email (5 Chase Email Scams)
Did you receive a strange email claiming to be from Chase Bank? It could be a scam. Learn how to identify the latest Chase phishing email scams.

Help! Someone Opened a Cell Phone Account in My Name
Is there an unfamiliar cell phone account in your name or did your phone suddenly stop working? Learn what it could mean and why you need to act quickly.

I Got Scammed on Venmo. Can I Get My Money Back?
Did you get scammed on Venmo? Here’s how you can try to get your money back and how to avoid common Venmo scams in the future.

Was Your Email Hacked? Here's How To Know And What To Do
Was your email hacked? This guide explains how to know for sure. Learn how hackers can break into your email, and what to do if you get hacked.
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The 10 Latest WhatsApp Scams (How To Identify a Scammer)
If you’d rather text than talk, how likely are you to fall for these WhatsApp scams? Here are 10 scams to know and how you can avoid them.

How To Delete Your Facebook Account (and All Its Data)
While you can delete (or deactivate) your Facebook account at any time, Meta may hold onto your data for up to another six months afterward.

No, You Can't Get Hacked By Responding To a Text Message
While you can’t be hacked simply by responding to a text message, it makes you vulnerable to more serious scams and threats that could put you in danger.

My Phone Number Is Being Spoofed — What Can I Do?
If scammers have spoofed your phone number, you could end up with a massive phone bill or worse. Learn what to do if your phone number is being spoofed.

Did Someone File Taxes In Your Name? Here’s What To Do
If someone used your personal information and SSN to file taxes, you need to report the issues immediately and protect yourself against identity theft.

The 13 Latest Tax Refund Scams You Need To Know
Criminals use your stolen information to file fraudulent tax returns in your name and pocket the refund — unless you know how to spot the warning signs.