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.

Wells Fargo Scam Texts: How To Spot Them and Protect Your Money
Wells Fargo scam texts can trick you out of thousands of dollars. Learn how to identify text scams, reduce spam, and protect your money.

How To Avoid The 8 Latest eBay Gift Card Scams
Fraudsters are targeting eBay gift cards at record numbers. Learn how to spot common eBay gift card scams and what to do if you’ve been scammed.

Social Media Privacy: What Are The Risks? (How To Stay Safe)
Are you unknowingly giving scammers or predators your personal information? Learn how to identify social media privacy risks and secure your accounts.

6 Rental Scams: How To Tell If a Listing is Genuine
Rental scams target renters with fake listings, fraudulent leases, and more. Here’s how to avoid getting scammed while finding your next apartment or home.

How Do Data Breaches Happen? What Can You Do About Them?
There were 4,145 publicly disclosed breaches in 2021 alone, representing over 22 billion compromised data records. How do data breaches happen?

What Is Dark Web Monitoring? How Does It Work?
Billions of pieces of personal data, passwords, and credentials have been leaked to the Dark Web this year alone. Check to see if you’re at risk.
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How Do Password Managers Work? [Step-by-Step Guide]
Password managers provide an easy way to securely create, store, and use complex passwords for all of your accounts — as long as you set them up correctly.

BeenVerified Opt-Out Guide: How To Remove Your Info For Good
BeenVerified collects and sells personal data that can put you at risk of spam — and scams. Follow this guide to remove your information for good.

What Is a Password Spraying Attack? (Risks and Warning Signs)
Hackers use password spraying attacks to take advantage of weak or common passwords and access your online accounts — unless you follow these safety tips.

Is Kroll Monitoring Legitimate? What You Need to Know
Kroll provides identity monitoring to customers of companies impacted by data breaches — but its lack of features could make you think twice before signing up.

Identity Fraud vs. Identity Theft: What You Need To Know
While identity theft and identity fraud are similar, there are nuances between the two crimes that you should know about in order to stay safe.

How To Find and Update Your Compromised Passwords
Data breaches have surged by 90% since the start of 2024, putting your passwords at risk. It’s time to identify and update your vulnerable credentials.