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.

How To Avoid Apple Phishing Emails (Apple ID Scams)
Apple phishing emails are getting more sophisticated — and harder to identify. Learn how to protect your Apple account from hackers and scammers.

Ticketmaster Scams: Is It Safe To Buy Tickets on Ticketmaster?
Can you get scammed on Ticketmaster? Learn how to spot the most common Ticketmaster scams and how to safely buy tickets for your next big event.

Was Your Apple ID Hacked? Here's How To Secure Your Account
A hacked Apple ID can give scammers access to your most sensitive information — not to mention photos and videos. Learn how to secure your account.

How To Identify Amazon Email Scams (Before You Lose Money)
Amazon email scams can steal your life savings or identity. Know the red flags and how to protect your finances from fraudsters.

How To Identify (and Avoid) Publishers Clearing House Scams
Scammers use the promise of winnings to trick you into giving up money or sensitive information. Learn about the latest Publishers Clearing House scams.

The 7 Latest Bank of America Scams and How To Identify Them
Scammers target Bank of America customers to gain access to their accounts and steal their money. Learn the latest BofA scams and how to avoid them.
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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.