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.

What Is the Target Gift Card Scam? (How To Avoid It)
Americans lost over $200 million to gift card scams. Learn how to spot the latest Target gift card scams and protect your money.

Is Airport Wi-Fi Safe? How to Stay Secure While Traveling
Airport Wi-Fi (and all unsecured networks) present serious risks to your digital safety. Learn how to stay safe online before and after your next flight.

These 11 New Discord Scams Can (and Will) Steal Your Data
~27.7 million spam accounts were suspended between April–June of 2022 in response to an abundance of Discord scams on the platform. Here’s what to know.

Is Hotel Wi-Fi Safe? How To Stay Secure While Traveling
Is hotel Wi-Fi safe to use? The short answer: No. Learn how to secure your data and keep your devices safe while traveling or using hotel networks.

Dangers of a Stolen Birth Certificate: How To Protect Yourself
What can someone do with your birth certificate? More than you think. Here’s what to do if your birth certificate is lost, missing, or stolen.

The 14 Latest PayPal Scams (and How To Avoid Them)
PayPal scams range from fake emails and invoices to fraudsters “accidentally” sending you money. Learn how to spot (and avoid) the latest PayPal scams.
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How Can Someone Track My Location? (How To Stop Them)
Scammers and stalkers can track your location by using spyware or legal apps on your phone — unless you follow these steps to keep your location private.

How To Spot LinkedIn Job Scams (11 Warning Signs)
Scammers use LinkedIn to post fake job listings, impersonate recruiters, and trick you into giving them sensitive information or sending money.

How To Know If Your Phone Has a Virus
Unfamiliar apps and strange phone behavior are a few of the warning signs that your device has been infected and you need to take action immediately.

Is IDShield Worth It? What To Know Before Buying
IDShield claims to provide all-in-one protection against identity theft, fraud, and hacking — but has issues that could leave you vulnerable.

AARP Identity Theft Protection Review: Is It Worth It?
AARP offers a discounted version of LifeLock to its customers — but with limitations that could leave you vulnerable to hacking, identity theft, and fraud.

10 Online Survey Scams and What They Hope You’ll Fall For
Scammers send fake surveys via spam texts, calls, or emails touting products and rewards — all to harvest sensitive information.