Digital Security 101

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Identity Theft
May 20, 2025

Aura and Identity Guard both offer all-in-one protection plans — but there are several differences in their services that can help you decide between them.

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Identity Theft
May 20, 2025

The first warning signs of identity theft include unusual financial transactions and hacked accounts — but there are other red flags that you should know.

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Internet Security
May 13, 2025

Data brokers put your online privacy and safety at risk — but there are several methods you can use to help remove your data from their websites.

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Internet Security
May 13, 2025

With a bit of work, you can remove your personal info from Google search results, websites, and data broker sites — and you don’t have to do it all yourself.

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Identity Theft
May 9, 2025

Government agencies can legally require your SSN under federal law. Private companies can request it, but unless a law applies, you can refuse.

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Identity Theft
May 5, 2025

Signs of SSN misuse can be hard to spot. Look for data breach alerts, unexpected earnings on your Social Security statement, and credit report errors.

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