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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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Why You Shouldn't Opt In to Facebook's Link History Feature

Just because Meta is offering to let you view all the links you've clicked on Facebook doesn't mean you should.

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TP-Link Tapo C120 Smart Camera Review: Powerful, Affordable Security

Packed with features at a super affordable price, the Tapo C120 can be mounted indoors or outside.

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Are Free VPNs Slower Than Paid VPNs?

Wondering if it's worth upgrading to a premium VPN service? You might not have to.

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Amazon Scam Calls Will Cost You Thousands: Here's How to Stay Safe

Scammers can impersonate Amazon in many ways. Here's how to fend them off no matter what method they use.

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How to Encrypt Email Sent in Microsoft Outlook

Your email is mostly secure, but you could make it so much safer.

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Is This Number a Scammer? Here's How to Check

Don't call that number back yet! Here's how to check if the number that called you is actually a scammer.

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Why You're Getting So Much Spam Email and How to Make It Stop

A sudden increase in spam isn't just bad luck.

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Is iCloud Private Relay a VPN, and Is It Safe to Use?

iCloud Private Relay has a handful of features that make it look similar to a VPN, but are they actually one and the same?

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Why Dashlane Is Ditching the Master Password, and How to Sign Up Without One

The password manager becomes the first to allow biometric-only logins.

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Is the iPhone's NameDrop Feature Safe to Use?

NameDrop makes it convenient to share your contact information with other iPhone users, but does that come at the cost of your privacy?

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Windows Hello Fingerprint Scanners Were Hacked: Should You Still Use Them?

Researchers managed to break through Windows Hello's fingerprint scans, but it's not as scary as you first think.

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Is It Safe to Enable Android Developer Options?

The hidden Developer Options menu gives you more control over your Android device, but weigh the pros and cons before enabling it.

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What Happens to Your Passwords When You Delete Your Password Manager App

The app is gone, but have the passwords also been erased?

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How to Delete Your Personal Data From Public Record Websites

Don't want your information falling into the wrong hands? Learn how to delete your personal information from the web!

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How ChatGPT's Custom GPTs Could Expose Your Data and How to Keep It Safe

Custom GPTs are a game changer, but they have some data security issues, too.

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Most Telegram and Signal Mods Are Spyware, and This Is How You Spot Them

Telegram and Signal mod apps are a security issue just waiting to happen.

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7 Apple Security Breaches, Hacks, and Flaws You Didn't Know About

Think Apple is always safe and secure? Think again.

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What Is Dropper as a Service? The Delivery Service for Malware Developers

Dropper malware can sneak viruses onto your system, and they're currently being sold by the thousands on the black market.

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10 Things You Should Never Share on Social Media

Be careful what you share on social media because you never know who could see it.

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