Privacy BeeLearn about how to keep yourself safe and secure online with the fundamentals of data protection and data privacy.
So, what are the different types of internet cookies and why are you seeing so many pop-ups now? Cookies are nothing new on the Internet, but the neverending pop-up notifications nearly everywhere you browse are. Cookies, in short, are a way for websites to identify return users. They are like a trail of crumbs that […]
Look at these examples for some ideas on how to avoid phishing scams. Phishing is one of the most common hacking techniques. Hackers use what they know about human behavior to trick you into revealing personal information. They then use that information to gain access to your online accounts — which is why you need […]
Follow these tips on how to remove your name from Internet search engines. This shields more of your personal information from circulating online — and reduces your risk of identity theft. Search engines are powerful, widely accessible and free — and have made it possible to find nearly any sort of information that you are […]
One of the most dangerous forms of identity theft is a stolen SSN. But how to know if someone is using your Social Security number? Here are a few telltale signs. Your SSN is the key to your identity. And that’s why it’s so vulnerable: if a hacker gets ahold of it, they’re able to […]
Credit bureaus, also known as Consumer Reporting Agencies (CRAs) are the referees between companies, consumers, and debt collection agencies. They’re also essential allies in recovering from identity theft, which is why you need to know how to contact the Big Three credit bureaus! The Big Three credit bureaus keep a record of your personal credit […]
What is browser fingerprinting? It’s creepy, that’s what! It tracks your online behavior, allowing others to know who you are as you browse the internet — all without any need for account logins or cookies. Just like a human fingerprint, your browser has a set of unique traits that can be traced back to you […]
Device fingerprinting is when marketers use your device’s unique fingerprint to track you around the internet. But what is device fingerprinting, exactly? Here’s what you need to know. Similar to your Social Security number, your smartphone has a unique fingerprint that sticks with your device and thus can be used to track your movements across […]
If your identity is stolen, you’re not alone. It’s happening to more people every year. Here’s what to do if your identity is stolen. Data breaches (and thus identity theft) seem to be happening more frequently these days. Unfortunately, these cybersecurity issues keep causing losses in millions, if not billions, of dollars every year. And […]
Data breaches occur on a near daily basis, and if you aren’t keeping up with the latest news, you might be a victim. Here’s our guide on how to check if you were part of a data breach. Equifax. LinkedIn. Yahoo. Banking apps. Business software…We even built a recent data breach tracker to keep tabs […]
If you’ve ever asked yourself, or anyone, the question, “what are data brokers,” then congratulations, dear friend. You have taken the most basic step you’ll need to protect your privacy on the internet and to protect yourself in the physical world. How? Well, you’ve chosen to educate yourself. The relatively unrestrictive privacy laws in the […]
