Digital Security 101
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.
Why Am I Getting So Many Spam Calls?
Your phone number is often leaked or sold, which makes it easy for scammers to spam you. Block unknown calls and protect your info to cut down on spam.
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Is Guardio Legit? What You Need To Know Before Signing Up
Guardio advertises a “new way” to protect against online threats — but is its browser-based security might not be enough for many modern online threats.
How To Check Your Digital Footprint (with Free Scanner)
Your digital footprint can expose you to scams, hacking, and identity theft — unless you take steps to find out what’s in your footprint and stay safe.
How To Tell If Your Facebook Has Been Hacked Right Now
Facebook has built-in tools that can help you quickly determine if your account has been hacked (and regain access if it has been compromised).
How To Prevent Identity Theft Online (and Secure Your Data)
If hackers gain access to your personal info, they can target your most sensitive online accounts — from online banking to your email or social media.
Is LifeLock Worth It? What You Need To Know Before You Buy
LifeLock is a well-known name in identity theft protection, though its pricing and past security issues may prompt you to explore other options.
How To Protect Your Personal Information Online
While it’s nearly impossible to prevent your personal information from ending up online, you can take steps to secure your accounts before it’s too late.
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Brushing Scam: Is This Free Amazon Package Legit?
Did an unexpected Amazon package show up on your door? If so, you might be the target of a brushing scam. Here’s what to do about it.
How To Dispute a Credit Card Charge in 9 Steps
If you see fraudulent charges or errors on your credit card statement you need to know how to properly dispute them quickly.
How To Identify a Military Romance Scam: 17 Warning Signs
There’s nothing more vile than someone pretending to be a service member to scam you. But military romance scams are real. Here’s how to spot them.
How To Remove Hard Inquiries From Your Credit Report
Here’s how to remove hard inquiries from your credit report if you suspect fraud. Unfamiliar and undisputed hard checks might cost you your identity.
How To Tell If An Email Is From a Scammer [With Examples]
Did you receive an email from PayPal or Amazon asking to confirm your account details? Could it be legitimate or a scam? Here's how to tell.
Credit Lock vs. Credit Freeze: Which One Is More Secure?
Credit freeze, security freeze, and credit lock are often used interchangeably — however, there are key differences between them you should know.
