Digital Security 101

The IRS begins accepting most tax returns on January 27th, 2025 — but the earlier you submit, the better chance you have of receiving your refund and avoiding scams.

Basic screen time limiting apps can help parents take control of how their children use digital devices — but the best apps do even more to keep your kids safe.

As soon as you see signs that your accounts or devices have been hacked, act quickly to remove malware, regain access, and minimize the damage.

Worried your Android phone or device has been infected? Follow these step-by-step instructions on how to identify and remove Android malware.

Send a dispute letter to the collector within 30 days, dispute inaccuracies with credit bureaus, and request that the collector stop contacting you.

Credit monitoring is one of the best ways to protect your credit score and catch the early warning signs of fraud — but only if you use the right service.

Notify your bank to report any unauthorized transactions, start an investigation. Banks generally refund fraudulent transactions if reported promptly.

The best way to protect yourself from identity theft is to limit the information fraudsters can find about you — after that, it’s all about playing defense.