Digital Security 101
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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.
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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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Is Etsy Safe? 7 Etsy Scams You Didn’t Know About (Until Now)
Don’t get scammed while shopping on Etsy. Learn how to identify the latest Etsy scams and how to get your money back if you’ve been scammed.
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12 Internet Safety Tips For Kids and Teens
Follow these internet safety tips to keep your kids and teens safe online. Learn how to block harmful content, avoid predators, and more.
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How To Spot a Chase Phishing Email (5 Chase Email Scams)
Did you receive a strange email claiming to be from Chase Bank? It could be a scam. Learn how to identify the latest Chase phishing email scams.
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Aura vs. Bark: How To Choose the Best Parental Control App
Aura vs. Bark is a hot debate — which is the best parental controls app to keep your kids safe online? It’s time to find out.
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Help! Someone Opened a Cell Phone Account in My Name
Is there an unfamiliar cell phone account in your name or did your phone suddenly stop working? Learn what it could mean and why you need to act quickly.
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I Got Scammed on Venmo. Can I Get My Money Back?
Did you get scammed on Venmo? Here’s how you can try to get your money back and how to avoid common Venmo scams in the future.
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Would You Fall For These 9 Craigslist Scams?
Craigslist scams are hard to prosecute because scammers operate outside of your home country or use stolen identities. Here are 9 ways to shop safely.
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17 Types of Cyber Attacks Commonly Used By Hackers
Cybercriminals are getting smarter and more sophisticated with their attacks. To stay safe, here are the latest threats you need to know.
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How To Spot a Bank of America Phishing Email
Did you get a suspicious email from Bank of America? It could be a scam. Learn to spot the warning signs of a Bank of America phishing email.
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Did You Get a Dark Web Alert? How To Secure Your Accounts
If your PII surfaces on a cybercrime forum or website, there are ways for you to receive early notifications. This is where Dark Web alerts come in.
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Scammed Using Apple Pay? Here's How To Get Your Money Back
Were you scammed on Apple Pay? Here’s how you can identify common Apple Pay scams and dispute fraudulent charges to try and get your money back.
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Was Your IP Address Hacked? How To Tell & What To Do
If your IP address is hacked, scammers can gain enough information to break into your financial accounts or steal your identity. Here’s how to stay safe.