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.

The 9 Worst Wire Transfer Scams (and How To Avoid Them)
Wire transfer scams can rob your house deposit or life savings in minutes. Learn how wire fraud works, the red flags, and how to stay safe.

10 Amazon Gift Card Scams You Need To Avoid
Scammers love gift cards because they’re almost impossible to trace. Learn the latest Amazon gift card scams to help keep yourself and your money safe.

How Do Pharming Attacks Happen? (How To Protect Yourself)
Hackers use pharming attacks to steal your personal information and passwords. Here’s how to identify (and avoid) these dangerous fake websites.

Online Gaming Risks: Are Your Children Susceptible?
Your children face online gaming risks every time they play. Get on your kids’ level to protect them from cyberbullies, hackers, scammers, and predators.

Online Gaming Safety for Kids: What Parents Need To Know
Kids are spending more time gaming than ever before. Learn the basics of online gaming safety and how to protect your family from online threats.

Deep Web vs. Dark Web: What You Need To Know To Stay Safe
Learn the differences between the Deep and Dark Web, how to safely use them, and what you can do to stay safe online.
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How To Repair Your Credit After Identity Theft
Did an identity thief ruin your credit with fraudulent charges? Here’s what you can do to repair your credit score after identity theft.

Credit Repair Scams: New Scam Types & How To Avoid Them
In credit repair scams, companies or individuals promise to improve your credit score using illegitimate means. Learn how to give these a wide berth.

How Long Does It Take To Repair Your Credit? (How To Do It)
Saddled with a low credit score due to fraud or missed payments? Learn how long it takes to repair credit (and how to do it the right way).

Are Free Credit Reports Safe? How To Avoid Credit Score Scams
Scammers use fake credit score sites and repair agencies to steal your personal info. Learn how to spot (and avoid) the latest credit score scams.

How To Stop Spam Emails (New Concise Guide)
If you simply opened a spam email, you may be in the clear. But if you clicked on a link, downloaded an attachment, or responded, be cautious.

What Is a CPN or Credit Protection Number? (Updated)
If you’re trying to rebuild or repair your credit, the last thing you need is to get scammed. Learn how to spot illegal credit repair and CPN number scams.