Digital Security 101
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How To Block Ads on Chrome (Android, iPhone, and Desktop)
Google Chrome includes built-in tools to help block some ads and pop-ups — but a third-party ad blocker is a better bet for an ad-free browsing experience.
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How To Remove Viruses From Mac Computers
Hackers use malware to infect your Mac, spy on you, or hold your sensitive files hostage — but with a few steps, you can clear your Mac of most infections.
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How To Prevent Medical Identity Theft: 7 Must-Do Steps
Preventing medical identity theft starts with locking down your health insurance information, having 2FA on related apps, and tracking your medical records.
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The 7 Best McAfee Competitors and Alternatives (How To Choose)
While McAfee was once a household name for digital security, its products aren’t as well-suited to combat modern cyberthreats compared to the alternatives.
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How To Protect Your Privacy Online
Your personal information is easily available online to anyone who knows where to look — unless you take these steps to secure your online identity.
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The 6 Best Credit Monitoring Apps (Track Your Credit Scores)
Credit monitoring apps help track your credit score, warn you of fraud, and educate you about building credit — but not all are worth your time and money.
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How To File A Police Report For Identity Theft (in 2024)
A police report is often required to dispute new accounts, fraudulent loans, and other identity theft crimes — but they can sometimes be difficult to file.
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How To Find Out If Your Information Is on the Dark Web (For Free)
Free Dark Web scanners can only do so much. Use these tools to dig deeper into the Dark Web and learn how at risk you are of scams and identity theft.
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Is LifeLock Worth It? What You Need To Know Before You Buy
LifeLock is a well-known name in identity theft protection, though its pricing and past security issues may prompt you to explore other options.
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How To Protect Your Personal Information Online
While it’s nearly impossible to prevent your personal information from ending up online, you can take steps to secure your accounts before it’s too late.
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How To Remove Your Information From the Dark Web
While it’s nearly impossible to remove your leaked data from the Dark Web, you can take steps to protect yourself against the consequences of a data leak.
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How To Avoid The 15 Most Common Holiday Scams This Year
Scammers ramp up their schemes during the holiday season. Learn how to avoid the worst holiday scams while shopping, traveling, and giving online.
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How To Protect Your Identity Online
If hackers or identity thieves gain access to your online accounts, they can impersonate you, hack your bank accounts, and steal your sensitive data.
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Is Identity Guard Legit? What You Need To Know
Identity Guard has been a leader in identity theft protection for over two decades — but some newer services are challenging Identity Guard’s position.