Digital Security 101

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Identity Theft

How To Protect Yourself Against Tax Identity Theft

If scammers use stolen information to file taxes in your name, it can cost you time, energy, and even money — unless you put protective measures in place.

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January 27, 2026
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Identity Theft

How Do Scammers Get Your Personal Information?

Billions of pieces of personally identifiable information (PII) are leaked every year, putting Americans at risk of identity theft, fraud, and scams.

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January 12, 2026
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Identity Theft

How To Cancel LifeLock (and Get Your Money Back)

The process for canceling your LifeLock account sounds easy — but it can quickly become complicated depending on your plan and how you signed up.

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October 17, 2024
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Identity Theft

How To Cancel IdentityIQ Quickly and Easily

Whether you signed up for IdentityIQ and changed your mind or discovered you were enrolled in its service without your knowledge, you have options.

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October 16, 2024
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Identity Theft

The 7 Best McAfee Competitors and Alternatives (How To Choose)

While McAfee was once a household name for digital security, its products aren’t as well-suited to combat modern cyberthreats compared to the alternatives.

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September 23, 2024
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Identity Theft

How To File A Police Report For Identity Theft

A police report is often required to dispute new accounts, fraudulent loans, and other identity theft crimes — but they can sometimes be difficult to file.

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September 12, 2024
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Identity Theft

The Easiest Ways To Prevent Identity Theft [8 Steps]

While it’s impossible to completely prevent all types of identity theft, you can make yourself a much less vulnerable target with a few protective measures.

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August 28, 2024
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Identity Theft

How Long Does It Take To Recover From Identity Theft?

The time it will take to recover after your identity has been stolen will depend on what information was stolen, how it was used, and how quickly you act.

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August 28, 2024

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