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 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 Remove Your Information From the Dark Web
While it’s nearly impossible to remove your leaked data from the Dark Web, you can take steps to protect yourself against the consequences of a data leak.

How To Avoid The 15 Most Common Holiday Scams This Year
Scammers ramp up their schemes during the holiday season. Learn how to avoid the worst holiday scams while shopping, traveling, and giving online.

How To Protect Your Identity Online
If hackers or identity thieves gain access to your online accounts, they can impersonate you, hack your bank accounts, and steal your sensitive data.

Is Identity Guard Legit? What You Need To Know
Identity Guard has been a leader in identity theft protection for over two decades — but some newer services are challenging Identity Guard’s position.

Is IdentityForce Legit? What You Need To Know Before Buying
IdentityForce regularly appears on lists of the best identity theft protection services — but can be more expensive than more fully-featured alternatives.

Identity Guard vs. LifeLock: Everything You Need To Know
Identity Guard and LifeLock both offer all-in-one solutions to identity theft protection, but there are critical differences between them you should know.