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Privacy 101 🧠

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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Privacy News 👀

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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Digital Hygiene 🧼

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 […]

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Hackers 👨🏻‍💻

What are hackers? What are the different types of hackers?

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 […]

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Hackers 👨🏻‍💻

Stop stalkers from learning more about you

In today’s day and age, it’s very easy for any individual or organizations to access your personal information. What can you do to stop strangers and stalkers from getting their hands on your sensitive info? The internet is an incredible resource. It lends us immediate access to information, entertainment, and communication. It also provides us […]

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Privacy At Work 💪

Here are the most common types of cyber crime

Cyber crime is unfortunately on the rise. Let’s learn about the most common types of cyber crime and how to stop them. So many different parts of our lives now exist on the internet. And in an increasingly digital age, it’s more important than ever to stay protected while online. Unfortunately, staying safe on the […]

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Digital Hygiene 🧼

Identity Theft: What is it and how to prevent it

Identity theft impacts millions of Americans every year. But what exactly is identity theft and how can you stop it? The internet can be a scary place. And it’s full of digital bad guys. Data hungry corporations, hackers, and scammers all pose a threat to our safety and privacy. And without proper protection, we leave […]

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Data Lab 🧪

Netflix Password Sharing

Netflix is one of the most popular entertainment platforms in the world. And many of us share our Netflix accounts with friends and family. Here’s why you should reconsider sharing your Netflix username and password in 2021: Digital entertainment is the norm in 2021. Video sharing platforms like YouTube and TikTok and the ever expanding […]