Digital Security 101

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Identity Theft

Aura vs. McAfee+ Identity Theft Protection: 2026 Comparison

While McAfee is a household name for antivirus protection, Aura provides stronger all-in-one packages with faster alerts and more extensive monitoring.

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April 30, 2026
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Identity Theft

Aura vs. NordProtect: 2026 In-Depth Comparison and Review

While both Aura and NordProtect advertise similar features, Aura provides more extensive dark web monitoring, faster fraud alerts, and family safety.

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April 30, 2026
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Identity Theft

Employment Identity Theft: How To Tell If You're a Victim

Criminals may be using your identity to gain employment or pass background checks. Learn how to spot the warning signs of employment identity theft.

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October 6, 2023
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Identity Theft

What To Do With an Old SIM Card (Don't Throw It Out!)

Old SIM cards can put you at risk of hacking and identity theft. Learn what to do with your old SIM card to keep yourself safe and secure.

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September 20, 2023
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Identity Theft

Was Your Phone Number Found on the Dark Web? Do This Now

Was your phone number found on the Dark Web after a data breach? Here’s what to do next.

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August 25, 2023
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Identity Theft

How Do Hackers Get Your Social Security Number?

Are you worried that your Social Security number has been compromised? Learn how to tell if hackers are using your SSN and what to do next.

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August 23, 2023
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Identity Theft

How To Protect Your Bank Account From Identity Theft

Scammers will go to any length to get access to your accounts and financial information. Here’s how to protect your bank account from identity theft.

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August 10, 2023
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Identity Theft

What Is Synthetic Identity Theft? (and How To Protect Yourself)

Criminals combine stolen and fake information to create "synthetic" identities. But while the IDs are fake, they can do real damage to you.

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August 9, 2023

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