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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How To Dispute a Credit Card Charge in 9 Steps
If you see fraudulent charges or errors on your credit card statement you need to know how to properly dispute them quickly.
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How To Identify a Military Romance Scam: 17 Warning Signs
There’s nothing more vile than someone pretending to be a service member to scam you. But military romance scams are real. Here’s how to spot them.
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How To Remove Hard Inquiries From Your Credit Report
Here’s how to remove hard inquiries from your credit report if you suspect fraud. Unfamiliar and undisputed hard checks might cost you your identity.
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How To Tell If An Email Is From a Scammer [With Examples]
Did you receive an email from PayPal or Amazon asking to confirm your account details? Could it be legitimate or a scam? Here's how to tell.
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Credit Lock vs. Credit Freeze: Which One Is More Secure?
Credit freeze, security freeze, and credit lock are often used interchangeably — however, there are key differences between them you should know.
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Stolen Social Security Card? Here’s What To Do
As long as SSNs are used as unique identifiers, scammers will target them. Learn what to do if your Social Security card is stolen or missing.
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How To Identify Amazon Email Scams (Before You Lose Money)
Amazon email scams can steal your life savings or identity. Know the red flags and how to protect your finances from fraudsters.
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How To Identify (and Avoid) Publishers Clearing House Scams
Scammers use the promise of winnings to trick you into giving up money or sensitive information. Learn about the latest Publishers Clearing House scams.
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The 7 Latest Bank of America Scams and How To Identify Them
Scammers target Bank of America customers to gain access to their accounts and steal their money. Learn the latest BofA scams and how to avoid them.
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Wells Fargo Scam Texts: How To Spot Them and Protect Your Money
Wells Fargo scam texts can trick you out of thousands of dollars. Learn how to identify text scams, reduce spam, and protect your money.
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How To Avoid The 8 Latest eBay Gift Card Scams
Fraudsters are targeting eBay gift cards at record numbers. Learn how to spot common eBay gift card scams and what to do if you’ve been scammed.
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Social Media Privacy: What Are The Risks? (How To Stay Safe)
Are you unknowingly giving scammers or predators your personal information? Learn how to identify social media privacy risks and secure your accounts.