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 Spot a Bank of America Phishing Email
Did you get a suspicious email from Bank of America? It could be a scam. Learn to spot the warning signs of a Bank of America phishing email.

Did You Get a Dark Web Alert? How To Secure Your Accounts
If your PII surfaces on a cybercrime forum or website, there are ways for you to receive early notifications. This is where Dark Web alerts come in.

Scammed Using Apple Pay? Here's How To Get Your Money Back
Were you scammed on Apple Pay? Here’s how you can identify common Apple Pay scams and dispute fraudulent charges to try and get your money back.

Was Your IP Address Hacked? How To Tell & What To Do
If your IP address is hacked, scammers can gain enough information to break into your financial accounts or steal your identity. Here’s how to stay safe.

What Is Credit Protection? 4 Options (and How To Choose)
Credit protection covers a wide range of tools that can protect your finances. Learn about the most common types of credit protection and how to choose.

Debt Collector Scams: How To Tell If a Debt Collector Is Legit
Did you get a phone call, letter, or message about unfamiliar debt? It could be a scam. Learn the latest debt collector scams and how to stay safe.
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How To Properly Set Up Your Social Media Privacy Settings
Scammers, stalkers, and hackers can use public information on your social media profiles to target you — unless you change your privacy settings.

How Can Someone Track My Location? (How To Stop Them)
Scammers and stalkers can track your location by using spyware or legal apps on your phone — unless you follow these steps to keep your location private.

How To Spot LinkedIn Job Scams (11 Warning Signs)
Scammers use LinkedIn to post fake job listings, impersonate recruiters, and trick you into giving them sensitive information or sending money.

How To Know If Your Phone Has a Virus
Unfamiliar apps and strange phone behavior are a few of the warning signs that your device has been infected and you need to take action immediately.

Is IDShield Worth It? What To Know Before Buying
IDShield claims to provide all-in-one protection against identity theft, fraud, and hacking — but has issues that could leave you vulnerable.

AARP Identity Theft Protection Review: Is It Worth It?
AARP offers a discounted version of LifeLock to its customers — but with limitations that could leave you vulnerable to hacking, identity theft, and fraud.