Digital Security 101

How To Quickly Identify a Scammer (Online, Phone, and Text)
Data breaches and AI have helped scammers become more convincing — but there are still common red flags that can warn you if you’re being scammed.

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.

How To Identify a Scammer On The Phone [With Examples]
Scam phone calls cost Americans $39.5 billion last year alone. Learn how to identify a scammer on the phone quickly so you don’t get scammed.

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.
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Can Macs Get Viruses? How To Remove Malware From Macs
Yes, Mac computers can be infected with malware and other viruses. Learn how to identify a virus and safely remove malware from your Mac.

How To Identify (and Avoid) Apple Gift Card Scams
Did someone request payment with Apple gift cards? It’s most likely a scam. Learn the latest Apple gift card scams and what to do if you’ve been targeted.

15 Amazon Scams You Didn’t Know About (Until Now)
Amazon scams are on the rise. Get familiar with how common scams work to protect your family and finances.

What To Do If a Scammer Has Your Email Address
Your email address is a precious commodity for fraudsters. Here’s what you should do if a scammer has your email address to stay safe.

How To Avoid the 8 Latest Zelle Scams (Updated)
Zelle is fast and easy to use. But is it safe? Here’s a list of the latest Zelle scams you need to watch out for and how you can keep your money safe.

How to Recognize & Avoid the 7 Most Common Geek Squad Scams
Geek Squad scams impersonate Best Buy employees to bilk innocent victims. Here are the 7 most common scams and how to spot them right away.