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.

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 Allstate Identity Protection Worth It? What To Know
While Allstate is well-known for car and home protection, its identity monitoring may not offer some of the usability available in newer products.

8 Best Credit Monitoring Services This Year (Free & Paid)
While there are free credit monitoring solutions available, many have limited features that can leave you vulnerable to fraud or credit score damage.

PrivacyGuard Review: What You Need To Know Before Buying
PrivacyGuard has provided identity and credit protection services for over three decades — but it has fallen behind more modern (and affordable) providers.

How To Stop Websites From Tracking Your Personal Information
Almost every online website and service tracks you in some way — but while trackers are mostly harmless, they can put your privacy and identity at risk.

How To Get Three-Bureau Credit Monitoring: 5 Best Options
Three-bureau credit monitoring is an essential tool if you’ve been the victim of identity theft or a data breach — but not all services are equal.

Aura vs. LifeLock: What You Need To Know Before You Choose
While both services share common features, there are fundamental differences between their levels of service, plan options, and pricing.