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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.

Articles by Jory MacKay

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Internet Security
October 28, 2025

How To Delete Yourself From the Internet

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Identity Theft
May 20, 2025

Aura vs. Identity Guard: What You Need To Know Before Buying

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Fraud
April 14, 2025

The Latest UPS Scam Texts You Need To Know About

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Fraud
April 4, 2025

How To Tell If a Facebook Profile is Fake (and What To Do)

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Identity Theft
March 19, 2025

Aura vs. IdentityForce: New Review & Comparison

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Internet Security
March 17, 2025

"This Password Appeared in a Data Leak" — What to Do

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Fraud
January 28, 2025

The 13 Latest Tax Refund Scams You Need To Know

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Identity Theft
December 4, 2024

How To Protect Your Personal Information Online

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Fraud
July 30, 2024

What Can Scammers Do With Your Bank Account Number?

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