Digital Security 101

Data breaches and AI have helped scammers become more convincing — but there are still common red flags that can warn you if you’re being scammed.

You may be getting spam calls because your number has likely been leaked in data breaches, sold by data brokers, or flagged as active by scammers.

While you can pay for an ad-free YouTube experience with YouTube Premium, third-party extensions and privacy-focused browsers are often cheaper and better.

Ads and pop-ups aren’t just annoying; they can also put your online privacy and safety at risk — luckily you can block them on almost every platform.

Identity theft insurance helps reimburse stolen funds, legal fees, and other recovery costs associated with ID fraud. Coverage may vary by plan.

Google Chrome includes built-in tools to help block some ads and pop-ups — but a third-party ad blocker is a better bet for an ad-free browsing experience.