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12 Simple Things You Can Do to Be More Secure Online

Follow these easy tips to protect the security of your devices, your data, your internet traffic, and your identity.

By Neil J. Rubenking

Learn From Jung Kook: 7 Important TikTok Privacy Tips

South Korean pop star and BTS member Jung Kook found out about TikTok’s privacy settings the hard way. Here's how to lock down your TikTok account to avoid making the same mistake.

By Kim Key

Stop Oversharing: How to Make Your Social Profiles Private

Your public posts online can make you an easy target for criminals of all kinds. We tell you how to lock down your social media accounts—and why you should.

By Kim Key

How to Change Password Managers on iPhone

Apple does just about everything for you, including setting up a password manager. But what if you want to choose your own? We show you how.

By Edward Mendelson

How to Completely Disappear From the Internet

Want to mask your online identity and shield your data from those who wish to surveil you? Here are all the steps you should take.

By Eric Griffith

How to Master Google Password Manager

Password managers can help keep your online accounts safe, but for Google power users, the only password manager you may need is the free one built into the Chrome browser.

By Eric Griffith

How to Remove Your Personal Information From Google Search

Looking for more privacy? Here's how to remove your phone number, email, physical address, and lots of other personal data about yourself from Google's search results.

By Eric Griffith

How to Switch to a New Password Manager

We've tested all the top contenders, and our guide makes switching to a better password manager simpler than you might think.

By Kim Key

How to Unsubscribe From Unwanted Email

If you want off a mailing list, deleting messages won't be enough. Here's how to force unsolicited-but-legit email to stop bothering you.

By Eric Griffith

Does Your Airbnb Have Hidden Cameras? Here's How to Check

Though Airbnb banned indoor cameras, that won't stop unscrupulous hosts. Here's what to do, before and after you book, to make sure you're not being subject to surveillance.

By Chandra Steele

Avoid the Scammers: 12 Tips for Public Wi-Fi Hotspot Security

Public Wi-Fi hotspots can be a hacker's paradise. Following these basic security tips can mean the difference between safe surfing and an ID theft or data-loss nightmare.

By Eric Griffith

How to Hack Wi-Fi Passwords

We trust there's a good reason you need to know that network password, so here's how to figure it out.

By Eric Griffith

Swipe Left on These 5 Common Online Dating Scams

Nothing says love like a 'pig butchering' scam. We decode the meaning behind the scammy messages you see in dating apps.

By Kim Key

How to Stay Safe While Dating Online: 4 Tips From Relationship Experts

There is no way to make online dating completely safe, but you can help protect yourself by following these expert recommendations.

By Kim Key

3 Simple Tricks for Remembering Strong Passwords

You need to lock your password manager with one strong master password, and you must remember it yourself. Here's how to do it.

By Neil J. Rubenking

Security DIY: How to Create a Strong Password Generator

Do you trust the passwords created by third-party software to be truly random and safe? Here's how to build your own random generator for uncrackable passwords.

By Neil J. Rubenking

How to Protect Yourself From Data Breaches: Plan Ahead

A little preventative action and a lot of common sense can help keep your privacy intact after your email gets leaked in a data breach.

By Kim Key

Stolen Device Protection: How to Safeguard Your iPhone From Thieves

Apple's iOS 17.3 adds a security feature that requires Face ID or Touch ID to perform certain actions on your phone as a way to thwart thieves who know your passcode.

By Lance Whitney

Shop Safely: How to Set Up Passkeys for Your Amazon Account

Amazon is one of the latest tech players to support passkeys. Here’s how to set up this type of passwordless authentication for your account.

By Lance Whitney

How to Send an Anonymous Email

Need to send a message without revealing your identity? We've got you covered. These are the best anonymous email tools you'll find on the web.

By Eric Griffith