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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Is Allstate Identity Protection Worth It? What To Know
While Allstate is well-known for car and home protection, its identity monitoring may not offer some of the usability available in newer products.

8 Best Credit Monitoring Services This Year (Free & Paid)
While there are free credit monitoring solutions available, many have limited features that can leave you vulnerable to fraud or credit score damage.

PrivacyGuard Review: What You Need To Know Before Buying
PrivacyGuard has provided identity and credit protection services for over three decades — but it has fallen behind more modern (and affordable) providers.

How To Stop Websites From Tracking Your Personal Information
Almost every online website and service tracks you in some way — but while trackers are mostly harmless, they can put your privacy and identity at risk.

How To Get Three-Bureau Credit Monitoring: 5 Best Options
Three-bureau credit monitoring is an essential tool if you’ve been the victim of identity theft or a data breach — but not all services are equal.

Aura vs. LifeLock: What You Need To Know Before You Choose
While both services share common features, there are fundamental differences between their levels of service, plan options, and pricing.