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.

The 5 Latest Hinge Scams: How To Identify a Hinge Scammer
Dating and romance scams are at an all-time high. Learn how to spot the latest Hinge scams, and stop Hinge scammers before it’s too late.

PayPal Account Hacked? Here's How To Recover It
Is your PayPal account hacked? Learn the warning signs and how to prevent scammers from stealing your money and personal information.

Victim of Fraud? Follow These 12 Recovery Steps ASAP
The best thing you can do if you’re the victim of fraud is to act fast! Follow this checklist to secure your accounts and restore your stolen funds.

My Parents Are Using My Social Security Number — Should I Report Them?
Child identity theft by a parent can go unnoticed for years if guardians don’t spot early warning signs. How does it unfold? What can you do about it?

How To Control Internet Access at Home (And Block Content)
Are your kids safe online? Learn how to control internet access at home to minimize threats from scammers, hackers, and cyberbullies.

What To Do If You’ve Been Scammed Online & How To Report It
Were you scammed online? Don't panic! Learn what to do and how to get your money back if you've fallen victim to one of the latest online scams.
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How To Prevent Medical Identity Theft: 7 Must-Do Steps
Preventing medical identity theft starts with locking down your health insurance information, having 2FA on related apps, and tracking your medical records.

The 7 Best McAfee Competitors and Alternatives (How To Choose)
While McAfee was once a household name for digital security, its products aren’t as well-suited to combat modern cyberthreats compared to the alternatives.

How To Protect Your Privacy Online
Your personal information is easily available online to anyone who knows where to look — unless you take these steps to secure your online identity.

The 6 Best Credit Monitoring Apps (Track Your Credit Scores)
Credit monitoring apps help track your credit score, warn you of fraud, and educate you about building credit — but not all are worth your time and money.

How To File A Police Report For Identity Theft (in 2024)
A police report is often required to dispute new accounts, fraudulent loans, and other identity theft crimes — but they can sometimes be difficult to file.

How To Find Out If Your Information Is on the Dark Web (For Free)
Free Dark Web scanners can only do so much. Use these tools to dig deeper into the Dark Web and learn how at risk you are of scams and identity theft.