Trying to get rid of malware on your Mac, PC, iPhone or Android? Follow these steps. Malware can cause chaos inside your computer. Follow these steps on how to get rid of malware on nearly any device. It’s neither foolproof nor permanent, but you have to try to keep these terrible programs off your devices! […]
Identity theft can be extremely costly and can drag your credit score into the mud. The real cost also includes up to hundreds of hours of your time to recover. Identity theft can be a massive headache — and the cost of identity theft is over $1k for the average incident. The crime causes victims […]
Virginia’s Consumer Data Protection Act makes it the second state to pass a comprehensive data privacy act. Here’s what you need to know about the new law. While the country waits patiently for a national privacy law, states are beginning to pass their own versions. Virginia became the latest state in March when it passed […]
Follow these step-by-step instructions on how to opt out of BeenVerified, the people search website and clear your personal information from the internet. BeenVerified sells itself as the “everyday information company” that paints the people search website business as a common good. We aren’t here to argue there aren’t legitimate uses for these sites. But, […]
Cybercriminals have a new tool in their kit known as a SIM swap scam that can let them break into some of the most secure accounts that are protected by two-factor authentication. As smartphones get smarter and smarter, they are becoming ever more connected to nearly every aspect of our lives. Most of us have […]
Session hijacking is an extremely intrusive way hackers have been stealing your personal data. Here is our list of session hijacking countermeasures to protect you from cookie theft. Cookie theft is a lot more complicated than keeping a lid on your cookie jar… Crummy cookie jokes aside, cookie theft (also called session hijacking) is one […]
It’s time to get proactive about your data privacy by incorporating these digital security and privacy tools into your online life. Digital security and privacy are becoming nearly as important as staying private and secure in the “real” physical world. As the realities of real-life and digital life continue to merge, it’s more important than […]
Browser fingerprinting is a sneaky practice that allows marketers and data brokers to track you across the internet even if you use a VPN. Much like a human fingerprint, browser fingerprints are a very specific identifier. If you are concerned about privacy, you need to be aware of how browser fingerprinting works, and what you […]
Social Security number theft and identity theft are major headaches that can crush your credit score. Here’s what to do if someone steals your SSN number. The importance of your Social Security Number can’t be exaggerated. The nine-digit number is your connection to the Social Security Administration but goes far beyond that. It has become […]
Cryptojacking can eat up the computing power of your mobile device and computer without you ever knowing it. Follow our guide on what cryptojacking is and how you can ensure no one is controlling your devices. Maybe you are trying to ride the rocket “to the moon” with the meme-friendly DogeCoin. Or, maybe you heard […]
Intelius is one of the oldest and most powerful people search websites. Here’s How To Remove Yourself From Intelius Want off Intelius? This mega people search site can be a major privacy headache. With over 20 billion records, Intelius is considered a top data broker. Right up there with Spokeo and Whitepages. They’ve expanded through […]
Follow these steps to permanently delete nudes from your phone, whether it is an iPhone or Android, and anything else that might be left behind for a new owner. We aren’t asking why you did it, who you sent them to or how long ago they were taken. You want to delete nudes from your […]
