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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Help! A Family Member Opened a Credit Card In My Name
It’s a crime for a family member to open a credit card in your name (and without your knowledge). Here’s how to handle this precarious situation.
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.
The Dark Web Explained: How It Works & Why It's So Dangerous
See how cybercriminals profit from your personal information on the Dark Web. Learn how to protect your data from financial fraud and identity theft.
Child Identity Theft: The Parental Guide to Protecting Your Kids
More than 1 million children were the victims of child identity theft last year. Learn how to protect your kids from scammers in this parental guide.
What Do Hackers Do With Stolen Information?
Thieves may use stolen information to open fraudulent new bank accounts, apply for credit cards, or even demand a ransom. Can you prevent this?
Scammer Phone Number Lookup: Find Out Who’s Calling You
Want to find out who’s been harassing you over the phone? Avoid sketchy reverse phone number lookup services and follow these steps instead.
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How To Protect Against Ransomware: 10 Prevention Tips
Ransomware gangs don’t only target large organizations and government agencies. Learn what you can do to protect yourself against ransomware.
How To Prove a Debt Is Not Yours (and Dispute It)
Did you find a strange debt in your name? It could be a sign of identity theft. Learn how to prove a debt is not yours and protect yourself against fraud.
The 10 Latest Work From Home Scams You Need To Know
Are you looking for a new job? Don’t get caught by a work-from-home scam. Here’s how to stay safe while looking for work online.
20+ Early Warning Signs That All Point to a Job Scam
It’s hard to spot a phony recruiter, if you don’t know what you’re looking for. Watch out for these red flags and learn how to identify job scams right away.
Unemployment Fraud: How Scammers Claim Benefits In Your Name
Unemployment scams lead to billions stolen in benefits and pandemic relief funds. But what happens when someone makes a claim under your name?
What is Smishing? How To Spot & Avoid The Latest Text Scams
Smishing — receiving scam texts pretending to be someone you trust — has increased over 328% in the last year! Here’s how to spot and avoid smishing scams.
