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External Data Privacy Matters

“In the age of rapid technology developments, there is a clear mismatch between the legal/regulatory frameworks and the challenges towards privacy.” Hielke Hijmans Why It’s Important? As personal information spreads online, your external data privacy faces threats from hackers and unchecked data collection. While cybersecurity protects inside digital walls, vast sensitive data now resides outside, […]

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IC3 Report for Seniors Affected by Aftermath of MOVEit Breach

Data has become extremely important, significantly impacting our lives. Recent events like the data breach from MOVEit have highlighted the urgent need for highlighting the importance of IC3 reports for seniors. Especially when seniors are the largest group of people affected by the aftermath of the data breach, you can learn more about the effects […]

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How Privacy Bee Removes Your Personal Information

Privacy Bee’s mission is to protect your personal information from exploitation, remove your personal information from the internet when necessary, and give you back control of your privacy. Privacy Bee offers several toolsโ€”many of them freeโ€”to put you back in control. For example, we provide every user with a 100% free data privacy dashboard with […]

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How to Delete Yourself from TruthFinder

If you are searching for this assistance, you likely have discovered that there’s some unauthorized private, personal information accessible on TruthFinder. Although nobody likes that type of surprise, there are options to eradicate it. However, you should know that removing data from a single source likely won’t do you much good. That’s because TruthFinder is […]

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How to Remove Yourself from True People Search – 2 Options

If you are searching for this solution it’s highly likely that your data is on True People Search If uncertain if your data is on this particular public people search sites, you can perform a simple Google Search with your name followed by “Total People Search.” For example, Tom Jones “True People Search.” Surprised by […]

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How to Delete Bumble Permanently in 4 Simple Steps

Ready to ditch the dating apps? Let’s get you started! Dating apps are the new normal in the world of romance. Especially for the younger demographics, dating apps have become the most popular method of meeting partners (and friends). And Bumble is one of the most popular dating apps out there. But what happens when […]

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Social Engineering Attacks: What You Need to Know

Social engineering attacks have become increasingly prevalent in the digital age as cybercriminals have found new ways to exploit human nature for their own gain. Simply put, social engineering attacks use deceptive messages designed to get someone to do something they would not otherwise do. These attacks often involve psychological tactics such as a sense […]

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What are Data Brokers? Here’s What You Need to Know.

You have almost certainly given Data Brokers the right to your personal information at some point. Data Brokers have become increasingly pervasive in our culture and daily lives. Yet, many people need to be made aware of this shadow industry that collects and sells our data without our consent, including personally identifiable information (PII). You […]

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What You Need to Know About Spear Phishing

Spear phishing is a targeted email or electronic communication scam crafted to appear legitimate. Detecting a spear phishing message can be difficult without the appropriate knowledge due to the amount of personalized data acquired through the open web, Data Brokers, and People Search Sites. This article intends to provide you with everything you need to […]

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Protect Yourself from PII Exposure

PII is any data that can identify an individual, such as name, address, Social Security number (SSN), driver’s license number, passport numbers, addresses, e-mail addresses, and phone numbers. We focus on the dangers posed by PII exposure and the potential consequences. We also detail the different types of PII and how to protect yourself against […]

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Is Identity Theft Protection Worth It? It Depends.

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 […]

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Data Privacy Day Is January 28!

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 […]

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Prevent Social Engineering & Phishing By Deleting Your Data

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 […]