Jory MacKay

Aura Cybersecurity Editor

Jory MacKay is a writer and award-winning editor with over a decade of experience for online and print publications. He has a bachelor's degree in journalism from the University of Victoria and a passion for helping people identify and avoid fraud.

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Jory MacKay

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Internet Security

The 9 Best Incogni Alternatives of 2025

Incogni can help remove your personal information from a large number of data brokers, but there are alternatives that can do more to keep you safe online.

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October 31, 2025
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Family Safety

Aura vs. Bark: How To Choose the Best Parental Control App

Aura and Bark are both great options for parents, but potential customers need to understand their different approaches to child and family online safety.

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October 31, 2025
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Internet Security

How To Delete Yourself From the Internet

While it’s impossible to completely remove yourself from the internet, these steps and tools will help you clean up and minimize your digital footprint.

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October 28, 2025
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Identity Theft

How Much Does LifeLock Really Cost? Read Before You Buy

LifeLock offers strong protection against identity thieves, but its pricing plans are confusing and costly compared to alternatives like Aura.

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October 20, 2025
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Identity Theft

The Top 9 LifeLock Alternatives of 2025 (Reviewed)

Prospective LifeLock customers should weigh the company’s well-known brand name against its past data security concerns and lack of transparent pricing.

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October 20, 2025
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Fraud

The Worst Scams Targeting Senior Citizens This Year

Older adults lost over $4.85 billion to fraud in 2024, according to the FBI, with tech support, extortion, and phishing scams being the most common.

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September 3, 2025