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.

Did the DMV Text You? Here’s How To Know If It’s a Scam
Scammers impersonate the DMV to fool you into giving them money and personal information. Learn how to identify the most common DMV text scams.

The Latest UPS Text Scams To Watch Out For
Did you just get a text from UPS? Be careful. It could be a scam! Here’s how to identify the latest UPS text scams and what to do if you get one.

How To Block Spam Texts From Email Addresses
Are you getting spam and scam texts from email addresses? Learn why this happens, what it means, and how to block texts from emails.

How To Stop Spam Texts (on Android and iPhone)
Millions of spam texts are sent every single day. Learn how to stop spam texts, block spammers, and protect your phone and identity from criminals.

Would You Fall For These 9 Craigslist Scams?
Craigslist scams are hard to prosecute because scammers operate outside of your home country or use stolen identities. Here are 9 ways to shop safely.

17 Types of Cyber Attacks Commonly Used By Hackers
Cybercriminals are getting smarter and more sophisticated with their attacks. To stay safe, here are the latest threats you need to know.
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How To Put Parental Controls On Your Child's iPad
Apple’s built-in parental controls for iPads can control the content your children can access — but falls short when protecting them from online threats.

How To Spot Bank Impersonation Scams (Text, Email & Phone)
Fraudsters target your bank account by impersonating bank employees via emails, calls, and texts. Learn how to spot the warning signs before it’s too late.

The 11 Worst Facebook Scams Happening Right Now
Scammers are running rampant on Facebook. Learn how to recognize the latest Facebook scams and protect your identity, finances, and online accounts.

My Child Used My Credit Card Without Permission — Help!
Under the FCBA, you are not liable for unauthorized credit card charges over $50. But what if those charges were made by your children?

How To See What My Kid Is Doing Online: 5 Tools
When you know how to see what your kids are doing online, you can protect them from scams, bullies, and identity theft. Are your kids safe?

Scammed on PayPal? Here's How To Get Your Money Back
PayPal is one of the safer ways to send and receive money. But it’s still full of scammers. Here’s what to do if you’ve been scammed on PayPal.