Digital Security 101

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.

You can manually check for viruses on your Mac using built-in tools — or use antivirus software that will dig deeper and root out the worst Mac viruses.

LifeLock offers strong protection against identity thieves, but its pricing plans are confusing and costly compared to alternatives like Aura.

The process for canceling your LifeLock account sounds easy — but it can quickly become complicated depending on your plan and how you signed up.

Identity Guard is one of the original (and best) identity theft protection services — but you still might be better off with one of these alternatives.

Whether you signed up for IdentityIQ and changed your mind or discovered you were enrolled in its service without your knowledge, you have options.

The sooner you recognize the signs of a hack, the better chance you have of shutting down hackers and scammers before they can do too much damage.

A compromised Social Security number can lead to identity theft, fraud, and worse. Learn how to tell if someone is using your SSN without your permission.