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 Block Text Messages From Unknown Numbers (NEW)
Is your phone being bombarded with text messages from strangers? Learn the easiest ways to block text messages from unknown numbers.

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.
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How To Avoid the Google Voice Verification Code Scam
Learn why scammers ask for your Google Voice verification code, what they can do with it, and how to protect yourself against Google Voice scams.

The 14 Cash App Scams You Didn’t Know About (Until Now)
Cash App is convenient and fast. But is it safe? Not always. Here are the latest Cash App scams to be aware of and how to protect yourself from scammers.

Carding: The Fraud Technique Destroying Your Credit
Online shopping with your credit card is convenient. But can put you at risk of a type of fraud called carding. Learn how to protect yourself today.