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Keeping your personal data private and secure is paramount. Learn how to stay safe online with the best security software, manage your passwords, and recognize scams and other security risks.

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8 Privacy Benefits of Deleting Social Media Accounts

Need a reason to cut down your number of social media accounts? Here's a look at the privacy benefits.

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Is FaceApp Safe to Use? Here's What You Need to Know

FaceApp is a useful and fun photo editing app, but how secure are your images? Who really is in control of your data?

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Leaked Documents Show Facebook's Collaboration With DHS to Police Disinformation

Leaked documents have revealed that Facebook is working with the DHS to crack down on the spread of disinformation.

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Set Up a VPN on Your Smart TV and Enjoy Overseas Netflix Libraries

Want to watch Netflix from another country? A VPN is the answer--but what if you're using a smart TV?

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How to Stop Facebook Tracking With the Off-Facebook Activity Tool

The Off-Facebook Activity Tool helps you understand how web searches impact what you see on Facebook.

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Don’t Be the Victim of an Email Bomb! Here’s What You Need to Know

Been bombarded with nuisance messages in your inbox? You might have been targeted by an attack known as an email or mail bomb.

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How to Change Your Facebook Password

Whether you're worried about getting hacked or just want to boost your online security, now's a good time to change your Facebook password.

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Keep Your Passwords Safe, Secure, and Accessible With Pass From pCloud

pCloud Pass gives you instant secure access to your passwords across all of your devices.

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How to Create a Password Checklist With Next.js

Passwords are important and you should be doing everything you can to ensure they are secure. A password checklist can be part of your approach.

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What Is Riskware? Here's Everything You Need to Know

Software doesn't have to be inherently malicious to compromise you. Any piece of software, even pre-installed apps, can be riskware...

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10 Ways to Take a Security-First Approach to Database Management

Want to make sure your data is secure? It's not as difficult as it may sound. Using these techniques, you can keep your private information safe.

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What Is Zero-Knowledge Encryption and Why Should You Use It?

Standard encryption isn't always good enough to secure your private data. That's where zero-knowledge encryption comes in...

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What Is an Infostealer? Is It Dangerous?

Everyone can be targeted by infostealer malware. But what is it? How does it work? And what are the most common examples doing the rounds right now?

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The 4 Main Types of Spoofing Attacks and How to Prevent Them

You might have heard about spoofing attacks, but in all likelihood, you've probably been a victim of one too. Here's what you need to know.

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Why Unofficial WhatsApp Apps Are a Security Risk

YoWhatsApp is a popular MOD, but scammers encouraged users to download a fake version. It just goes to show why unofficial apps are a bad idea.

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6 Common Types of Crypto Attacks and How to Stay Safe

A growing number of people are eyeing cryptocurrencies as a way to get rich, and that included cybercriminals. Don't let yourself fall victim.

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How to Fix the Japanese Keyword Hack on WordPress and Secure Your Site

"Why is my browser showing Japanese?!" If you search for your own blog and see Japanese text, you might've fallen victim to this annoying hack...

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What Is Pig Butchering and How Does It Work?

This fake dating and investment scam is particularly insidious, with victims having no way to recover their lost money.

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How to Fix a Failed Microsoft Defender Update

Keeping Windows Defender updated is important for your PC's security, but sometimes it needs some help updating itself.

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The 7 Best Ways to Avoid Phishing Scams

Phishing is a massive threat, but can be hard to spot. So how can you stay safe and avoid being scammed by phishing messages?

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