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.

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.

How To Spot a Scammer on a Dating Site: 9 Warning Signs
50% of Americans who have used a dating app in the past five years have experienced catfishing. Here’s how to spot a scammer on a dating site.

How To Recognize and Report Coinbase Scam Emails
Fraudsters use Coinbase scam emails to impersonate the company and dupe users into sharing login information. Here’s what can happen after.

The 7 Latest Chase Bank Scams (and How To Avoid Them)
Are you a Chase Bank customer? Don’t get scammed! Learn about the 7 latest Chase Bank scams (and how to avoid them).

Is Credit Monitoring Actually Worth It? How To Decide
Credit monitoring can protect you against fraud. But do you need to pay for it? Learn what credit monitoring does and how to decide if you need it.

How To Prevent Credit Card Fraud: 10 Essential Steps
Criminals use your physical card or stolen credit card numbers to make purchases in your name or impersonate you — here's how you can stop them.
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ProtectMyID Review: Is AAA Identity Theft Protection Worth It?
If you’re already a AAA member, ProtectMyID could be an enticing option for identity theft protection — but there are some serious drawbacks to consider.

How To Screen Calls on Your iPhone (6 Methods)
There are multiple tools you can use to successfully screen calls on an iPhone, from iOS17’s new Live Voicemail feature to AI-powered third-party tools.

Help—My Debit Card Was Charged for Something I Didn’t Buy
If your debit card was charged for something you didn't buy, you must act fast. Fraudsters could have more of your personal info.

Types of Google Play Gift Card Scams and How to Report It
Common Google Play gift card scams employ a wide range of techniques — from phishing emails to elaborate social engineering schemes. Here’s what to do.

How To Tell If Your Wi-Fi Is Hacked (And How To Fix It)
Your Wi-Fi may be prone to hacking if you're still using your router's default credentials, haven't updated its firmware, or have remote management on.

What Can Someone Do With Your License Plate Number?
Fraudsters can’t find out your SSN or other sensitive information from your license plate number alone — but they can use it to scam or impersonate you.