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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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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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Cybercriminals Are Targeting App Beta-Testing, and This Is What to Look Out For

Beta testing can be a rewarding experience—until you get scammed by a fake app.

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How to Detect a Keylogger on Your Smartphone

Keyloggers can reveal your every move, but there are ways to spot them before the damage is done.

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4 Methods to Identify and Block App Tracking on Android

Most apps track your activity these days, but that doesn't mean you can't do anything about it.

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What Is a Google Voice Verification Code Used For?

The Google Voice verification code is a natural part of the signup process, but what if you got a code without having signed up?

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6 Ways to Find Hidden Cameras in Any Room

Suspect there is a hidden camera in your home, hotel room, or Airbnb? Use these techniques to detect hidden cameras anywhere.

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What Can You Do to Fix Microsoft Outlook Zero Day Vulnerabilities?

While protecting against any type of zero-day vulnerability is incredibly difficult, there are some ways to boost your security.

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How to Enable or Disable the SmartScreen Filter in Windows 10 & 11

Toggle Windows' SmartScreen filter on and off in a few clicks.

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How to Hide Secrets With Steghide: A Guide to Steganography on Linux

Smuggle private data in common files with this easy-to-use command-line tool.

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What Are Data Removal Services, and What Data Can They Remove?

Everyone has a data profile online. But what if you want to remove it?

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How a New WhatsApp Scam Could Cost Your Loved Ones Thousands

Is a trusted contact asking you for money over WhatsApp? Watch out; it may be a scam that has already stolen thousands of dollars from people.

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How to Spot Fake "Evil Twin" Public Wi-Fi Networks Run by Hackers

Not every Wi-Fi network you access is safe. Some of them might even be fake.

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Were You a Victim of the MOVEit Breach? Here's What You Need to Know

The MOVEit breach is one of 2023's biggest ransomware attacks and has affected millions of people worldwide.

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4 AI-Checking ChatGPT Detector Tools for Teachers, Lecturers, and Bosses

Figure out who's using ChatGPT to create their work for them with these handy tools.

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Don't Download the Google Bard App—It's Malware

Scammers are exploiting Google Bard and tricking people into downloading malware, but there are some easy ways to avoid it.

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How Much Your Social Media Profile Data Is Worth on the Dark Web

Social media profiles are some of the most commonly sold accounts on the dark web, but how much is your data really worth?

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How to Hide Your Location During Calls on WhatsApp

You can now hide your IP address during WhatsApp calls.

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