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 Identity Theft Protection: Pros, Cons & Alternatives
Are you considering Wells Fargo Identity Theft Protection? In this guide, we'll cover what it does (and doesn't) do and four alternatives to consider.

Identity Theft Protection Costs Explained + Top Services
Identity protection tools focus on monitoring, alerts, and recovery services. But how much does identity protection cost? Which tool is best for you?

Car Extended Warranty Calls: How to Block Them For Good
Are you tired of receiving car extended warranty calls? Here’s how you can shut down and block these annoying scam calls for good.

What Happens If You Open A Phishing Email?
Did you accidentally open a spam email? Don't worry. Here's what Aura's security team recommends you do.

The 8 Worst Citibank Scams of 2023 (How To Avoid Them)
Don’t let scammers access your bank account. Learn how to avoid the latest Citibank scams — from phishing emails to sophisticated SIM swapping scams.

What Are Steam Card Scams? How Can You Avoid Them?
While Steam gift cards are typically used to buy video games sold by the gaming platform, they can also be used in various card scams.
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The 10 Latest WhatsApp Scams (How To Identify a Scammer)
If you’d rather text than talk, how likely are you to fall for these WhatsApp scams? Here are 10 scams to know and how you can avoid them.

How To Delete Your Facebook Account (and All Its Data)
While you can delete (or deactivate) your Facebook account at any time, Meta may hold onto your data for up to another six months afterward.

No, You Can't Get Hacked By Responding To a Text Message
While you can’t be hacked simply by responding to a text message, it makes you vulnerable to more serious scams and threats that could put you in danger.

My Phone Number Is Being Spoofed — What Can I Do?
If scammers have spoofed your phone number, you could end up with a massive phone bill or worse. Learn what to do if your phone number is being spoofed.

Did Someone File Taxes In Your Name? Here’s What To Do
If someone used your personal information and SSN to file taxes, you need to report the issues immediately and protect yourself against identity theft.

The 13 Latest Tax Refund Scams You Need To Know
Criminals use your stolen information to file fraudulent tax returns in your name and pocket the refund — unless you know how to spot the warning signs.