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.

How To Protect Your Identity Online
If hackers or identity thieves gain access to your online accounts, they can impersonate you, hack your bank accounts, and steal your sensitive data.

Is Identity Guard Legit? What You Need To Know
Identity Guard has been a leader in identity theft protection for over two decades — but some newer services are challenging Identity Guard’s position.

Is IdentityForce Legit? What You Need To Know Before Buying
IdentityForce regularly appears on lists of the best identity theft protection services — but can be more expensive than more fully-featured alternatives.

Identity Guard vs. LifeLock: Everything You Need To Know
Identity Guard and LifeLock both offer all-in-one solutions to identity theft protection, but there are critical differences between them you should know.

IdentityForce vs. LifeLock: What You Need To Know Before You Buy
Despite LifeLock’s recognizable brand name and IdentityForce’s backing by a major credit bureau, both have issues you should know about before buying.

The 7 Best Identity Theft Protection Services for Seniors
Seniors (and their loved ones) should look for services that include retirement account monitoring, home title protection, and generous insurance coverage.
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How To Block Websites on Your iPhone or iPad
Parental controls on Apple devices show you how to block websites on iPhones and iPads. But here are other (universal) tools to set up age-gated content.

How To Remember Passwords (and Secure Your Accounts)
Do you know how to remember passwords that hackers can’t guess? Learn how to create and store strong passwords to protect your accounts.

What Is Credential Stuffing? (And How To Protect Yourself)
What is credential stuffing? If you reuse passwords, it’s time to understand this cyber threat and how to stop it — before it’s too late.

Employment Identity Theft: How To Tell If You're a Victim
Criminals may be using your identity to gain employment or pass background checks. Learn how to spot the warning signs of employment identity theft.

10 Warning Signs of Cyberbullying (& What To Do)
The signs of cyberbullying can be hard to spot. But to keep your children safe, you need to get to know them. Here’s what to look for →

What To Do With Old Computers (Before Throwing Them Away)
Not sure what to do with an old computer or device? Learn what data is on your old computer and how to properly trash, recycle, sell, or repurpose it.