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Irina Maltseva

Contributor at Aura

Irina Maltseva is a growth marketer with 10+ years of experience in digital marketing. After being scammed by Airbnb and Booking.com, Irina joined Aura to help the company on its mission to create a safer internet for everyone.

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Internet Security

How Do Hackers Get Passwords? (And How To Stop Them)

Learn about the warning signs of password cracking, how hackers get passwords, and how to protect your online accounts from cyberattacks.

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January 5, 2024
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Internet Security

How To Reduce Your Digital Footprint & Protect Yourself Online

Every site you visit, link you click, and search you make is part of your online footprint. Learn how to minimize your digital footprint today.

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January 5, 2024
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Identity Theft

Aura vs. IDShield: Detailed Review and Comparison

Trying to understand the differences between Aura and IDShield? In this guide, we’ll explain what you need to know to choose the right option for you.

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January 2, 2024
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Fraud

How To Shop Online Safely (Without Getting Scammed)

Online shopping scams cost Americans over $350 million last year alone. Follow these 15 tips to ensure you're not wasting money on fake online stores.

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November 24, 2023
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Fraud

How To Avoid Travel Agency Scams (And Fake Booking Sites)

Fraudsters advertise cheap travel via fake websites, social media ads, and phishing messages. Learn how to spot and avoid common online travel scams.

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November 16, 2023
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Fraud

What Happens If You Call Back a Spam Number?

Do you know what happens if you call back a spam number? Here's everything you need to know to avoid becoming a victim of scam calls.

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November 3, 2023

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⁴ Child members on the family plan will only have access to online account monitoring and social security number monitoring features. All adult members get all the listed benefits.

‡ Not all features use AI capabilities.

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No one can prevent all identity theft or monitor all transactions effectively. Further, any testimonials on this website reflect experiences that are personal to those particular users, and may not necessarily be representative of all users of our products and/or services. We do not claim, and you should not assume, that all users will have the same experiences. Your individual results may vary.

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Aura's service does not monitor for all content or your child’s behavior in real time. Alerts and/or insights may not be 100% accurate or timely.