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.

Do You Need Credit Monitoring or Identity Theft Protection?
What protects you (and your finances) more: identity theft protection or credit monitoring? Learn the benefits (and limitations) of both in this showdown.

How To Avoid Google Chat Scams (9 Warning Signs)
Scammers have started targeting victims via Google Chat. Learn about the latest Google Chat scams, how to spot a scammer, and what to do if you’re a victim.

The 10 Biggest Instagram Scams Happening Right Now
Instagram scammers can create fake accounts or hack into Instagram accounts that you follow. Here are 10 Instagram scams to steer clear of this year.

How Can Social Security Identity Theft Occur? [9 Ways]
Social Security identity theft happens when scammers use your SSN to steal government benefits, take out loans in your name, and worse.

Examples of Fraud, Scams & Schemes to Avoid Right Now
Fraud and digital theft has surpassed physical theft. Learn how to identify common examples of fraud. Safeguard your loved ones and your finances, ASAP.

What Is Shoulder Surfing? How It Happens & How to Avoid It
Shoulder surfing has evolved from scammers with prying eyes to advanced schemes using the latest technologies. Here’s how to protect your data in public.
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How To Lock Your Credit With All Three Bureaus
Credit locks are one of the best tools available for protecting your credit file from fraud and errors — but are more complicated than a fraud alert.

Stolen Tax Refund Check? Here’s How To Get Your Money Back
Tax season is scam season. If someone stole your tax refund check or filed for one under your name, here's how you can get it back and protect yourself.

Loan Fraud Explained: How Scammers Get Free Money In Your Name
If a criminal steals your identity, they can get loans on cars, homes, and businesses in your name. Here’s how to stop loan fraud from happening to you.

Is Bark Worth It? What Parents Should Know Before Buying
Bark has been a leader in parental controls software for years — but many users complain about its functionality and how easy it is to circumvent.

Online Banking Security: How To Keep Your Accounts Safe
Banks spend millions on online security — but it’s not always enough to keep scammers out. Follow these steps to secure your online bank account.

How To Properly Set Up Your Social Media Privacy Settings
Scammers, stalkers, and hackers can use public information on your social media profiles to target you — unless you change your privacy settings.