Digital Security 101
How To Delete Your Facebook Account (and All Its Data)
While you can delete (or deactivate) your Facebook account at any time, Meta may hold onto your data for up to another six months afterward.
No, You Can't Get Hacked By Responding To a Text Message
While you can’t be hacked simply by responding to a text message, it makes you vulnerable to more serious scams and threats that could put you in danger.
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What Is Credential Stuffing? (And How To Protect Yourself)
What is credential stuffing? If you reuse passwords, it’s time to understand this cyber threat and how to stop it — before it’s too late.
Employment Identity Theft: How To Tell If You're a Victim
Criminals may be using your identity to gain employment or pass background checks. Learn how to spot the warning signs of employment identity theft.
10 Warning Signs of Cyberbullying (& What To Do)
The signs of cyberbullying can be hard to spot. But to keep your children safe, you need to get to know them. Here’s what to look for →
What To Do With Old Computers (Before Throwing Them Away)
Not sure what to do with an old computer or device? Learn what data is on your old computer and how to properly trash, recycle, sell, or repurpose it.
How To Write a Credit Dispute Letter (and Repair Your Credit)
A credit dispute letter can restore your credit score after identity fraud. Learn when to send the letter and what to include.
How To Prevent SIM Swapping and Port-out Scams
A SIM card swap is a gateway fraud; scammers can easily hijack your phone number — and then steal your identity. Here’s how to prevent SIM swapping.
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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.
What Can Scammers Do With Your Passport Number?
A compromised passport number can lead to identity theft and fraud. Learn how to tell if your passport number is stolen and how to protect yourself.
What Is Whaling Phishing? How To Avoid Executive Fraud
Whaling — also known as CEO fraud — is a type of phishing attack that targets and/or impersonates C-level executives in a company.
New Netflix Scams: Why Someone Could Be After Your Account
Phishing emails make up the lion’s share of all Netflix scams today, but there are other ways that you could be caught off guard.
80+ of the Worst Hacked Celebrities From the Last Decade
Hackers have targeted celebrities from Rihanna to Arianna Grande. But you don’t have to be famous to be on their list. Here’s how to keep yourself safe.
