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.

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.

Answered: How To Stop Unwanted Texts on Your iPhone
Scammers send millions of spam and scam texts every single day. Learn seven of the best ways to stop unwanted texts on your iPhone.

How To Protect Yourself From Account Takeover Fraud (ATO)
Account takeover fraud is when scammers gain access to your online accounts — social media, online banking, etc. Learn how to keep your accounts secure.

Identity Theft of a Deceased Person [Recovery, Legal Action]
Obituaries and death notices are lucrative prowling grounds for scammers. Prevent the identity theft of a deceased person by taking these steps.

Fingerprint Identity Theft: How To Keep Your Devices Secure
Are fingerprints more secure than a password? Not always. Here’s how hackers use stolen fingerprints to commit identity theft (and how to protect yourself).

What Is Medical Identity Theft? (Are You A Victim?)
Medical identity theft could cost you your life — unless you know the warning signs to look for and how to recover. Here’s what you need to know today.
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The 12 Walmart Scams You Didn’t Know About (Until Now)
Walmart is the world’s biggest retailer. But that also makes it a huge target for scammers. Here are the latest Walmart scams you need to be aware of.

How To Prevent Check Washing: 8 Steps
Personal and pre-printed checks carry the highest risk of being washed. Here are eight ways to prevent check washing.

20 Phishing Email Examples: What Not To Fall For In 2024
Spotting a scam email isn't easy if you don't know the signs. Here are 20 phishing email examples that might look real at first.

Is AnyDesk Safe To Download? Avoid These 7 AnyDesk Scams
Did someone ask you to download AnyDesk? Slow down, as it could be a scam. Learn how AnyDesk scams work and how to keep yourself safe.

How To Avoid Black Friday & Cyber Monday Scams (2023)
Black Friday & Cyber Monday scams are on the rise. Learn 9 common ways con artists are defrauding holiday shoppers this year.

What Are “Spam Risk” Phone Calls? Why Do They Keep Calling?
AT&T identifies an unwanted or potentially harmful call as a “Spam Risk”. Answering these calls could do more than just increase scam call frequency.