Data Privacy Day is a global event celebrated on January 28 to raise privacy awareness and promote data privacy education. The day is celebrated in 50 countries worldwide, mainly in Europe, but includes the United States, Canada, Israel, and Nigeria.[1] This article will briefly discuss the day’s history, celebration, and what you can do to […]
Is identity theft protection worth it? In short, it depends on a few different factors all of which are discussed. Identity theft is rising, leaving many concerned about their financial security. With so much of our life moving digital, having reliable protection against this crime seems rational. But determining whether or not identity theft protection […]
We are going to focus on how to remove yourself from True People Search. We’ll also share a generic template for how you can opt out of other data broker sites and get to work on owning your external data privacy. Please see the bottom of the article if you wish to get straight to […]
This article will focus on removing your personal information to prevent phishing and social engineering attacks. While we would prefer to dive into the heart of the article and tell you exactly how to delete your data, it is vital to understand a few details, especially in dealing with the latest attacks. Thus, it is […]
Twitch is the latest major platform to be exposed in a massive data leak. And while it may be interesting to get a look at how much Twitch streamers make, is that the real issue with the Twitch data breach? 2021 has been a turbulent year in the world of data. Companies such as T-Mobile […]
Tired of the endless scrolling? Wanting to reduce your digital footprint? Whatever your reason, you can follow these steps to learn how to delete your Instagram account in 2021. The past few years have established Instagram as one of, if not the most, popular platforms on all of social media. The app is a great […]
Unfortunately, much of what you post online doesn’t simply disappear if you delete it. Do you need to clean up your Twitter without deleting it entirely? Here’s how to permanently delete past tweets in 2021! For over a decade, Twitter has been an internet staple. In just a few short years after its launch in […]
Tired of creepy ad suggestions crowding your timeline? Want to protect your privacy and improve your level of online security? Here’s how you can stop Facebook (and everyone else) from tracking you! By now we’ve all heard of how companies track our activity while we browse. Nearly every site you come across while on the […]
Cookies are perhaps the most common and widely known form of web tracker. But let’s discuss what internet cookies are exactly. And let’s talk about whether or not you should trust them. By now, nearly all of us have at least heard of cookies. And no, not the fresh-baked chocolate chip ones that your grandma […]
People search sites are one of the most notorious forms of data brokers. Let’s go over the most popular people search sites and how you can keep your info off of them! If you’ve heard of data brokers, then you’ve likely heard of People Search Sites. And if that’s the case, then you know how […]
We’ve all heard of hackers. But what are they? Why exactly are they so dangerous? And what are the most common types of hackers? We live in a digital age full of exciting advancements in technology. But the online world is rife with virtual dangers as well. Chief amongst those dangers is the threat of […]
Phishing attacks are one of the most common scams on the web. And unfortunately, they can have disastrous effects for you and your loved ones. So, what is phishing and how can you stop it in 2021? You’ve probably heard of phishing. No, not the kind that involves a worm and a boat. This isn’t […]
