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 Dispute a Credit Card Charge in 9 Steps
If you see fraudulent charges or errors on your credit card statement you need to know how to properly dispute them quickly.

How To Identify a Military Romance Scam: 17 Warning Signs
There’s nothing more vile than someone pretending to be a service member to scam you. But military romance scams are real. Here’s how to spot them.

How To Remove Hard Inquiries From Your Credit Report
Here’s how to remove hard inquiries from your credit report if you suspect fraud. Unfamiliar and undisputed hard checks might cost you your identity.

How To Tell If An Email Is From a Scammer [With Examples]
Did you receive an email from PayPal or Amazon asking to confirm your account details? Could it be legitimate or a scam? Here's how to tell.

Credit Lock vs. Credit Freeze: Which One Is More Secure?
Credit freeze, security freeze, and credit lock are often used interchangeably — however, there are key differences between them you should know.

Stolen Social Security Card? Here’s What To Do
As long as SSNs are used as unique identifiers, scammers will target them. Learn what to do if your Social Security card is stolen or missing.
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10 Online Survey Scams and What They Hope You’ll Fall For
Scammers send fake surveys via spam texts, calls, or emails touting products and rewards — all to harvest sensitive information.

5 Payday Loan Scams You Didn't Know About (Until Now)
Payday loans can be helpful when you need money fast — but how do you know if they’re legitimate? Learn the warning signs of common payday loan scams.

Does a VPN Protect You From Hackers? What To Know
A virtual private network (VPN) alone won’t keep you safe from hackers and online scammers. Learn how to protect yourself from online threats.

How To Spot a Bumble Scammer: Avoid These 6 Bumble Scams
Dating and romance scammers have invaded Bumble. Learn how to spot a Bumble scammer and avoid the latest online dating scams before it’s too late.

How To Protect Your Personal Information on Social Media
Using social media is often a trade-off between connection and protection. But with a few small changes you can keep your personal information secure.

Qustodio vs. Bark: How To Choose Which One Is Right For You
As two of the top parental controls options, Qustodio and Bark share many of the same features — but there are specific differences you should be aware of.