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.

What is Vishing? How To Identify Phone Scams (15 Examples)
Vishing — when scammers call you and trick you into sending them money or information — is skyrocketing. Don’t fall for these 15 phone scams!

What Is a Data Breach? (And How To Protect Your Data)
What is a data breach, and how can you protect your personal information? Find out everything you need to know to stay safe.

How To Read a Credit Report (and Dispute Errors)
Fraud and errors on your credit reports could be damaging your credit score. Learn how to read your credit reports and dispute any incorrect information.

How To Protect Against Ransomware: 10 Prevention Tips
Ransomware gangs don’t only target large organizations and government agencies. Learn what you can do to protect yourself against ransomware.

How To Prove a Debt Is Not Yours (and Dispute It)
Did you find a strange debt in your name? It could be a sign of identity theft. Learn how to prove a debt is not yours and protect yourself against fraud.

The 10 Latest Work From Home Scams You Need To Know
Are you looking for a new job? Don’t get caught by a work-from-home scam. Here’s how to stay safe while looking for work online.
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Is BeReal Safe For Kids? What Parents Need To Know
Despite its approach of prioritizing authenticity over sharing, BeReal has some privacy risks that might make you think twice about letting your kids use it.

What Is Saturn App? How To Know If It's Safe For Your Kids
While Saturn App is a popular calendar app for high school students, it has also come under attack by parents and school boards over privacy concerns.

How To Check If Someone Is Illegally Using Your Name
Stolen and leaked information can be used at any moment. Keep tabs on your identity by regularly checking the places where scammers may try to use it.

DeleteMe Alternatives: 7 Better Ways To Protect Your Privacy
DeleteMe was one of the first services to help you remove your personal info from data brokers — but some competitors do more to keep you safe online.

Should Kids Play Video Games? 10 Strategies for Safer Gaming
Research shows that video games can have both positive and negative effects on children — depending on how, when, and what games they play.

The Top 9 LifeLock Alternatives (Reviewed and Rated)
LifeLock is a well-known name in online security, but it’s not the only dependable choice for identity theft protection.