Data privacy matters. It’s how you ensure that you are in full control over how your data is used and who uses it.
“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, […]
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 […]
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 tools—many of them free—to put you back in control. For example, we provide every user with a 100% free data privacy dashboard with […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 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 […]
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 […]
