Digital Security 101

How To Remove Yourself From Data Broker Sites
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.

How to Remove Your Personal Information From the Internet
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.

Who Can Legally Ask for Your Social Security Number?
Government agencies can legally require your SSN under federal law. Private companies can request it, but unless a law applies, you can refuse.

The 8 Best Data Removal Services (Rated and Reviewed)
Data broker removal services promise to clean up your digital profile and increase your online privacy — but not all of them deliver on that promise.

How To Find Out If Someone Is Using Your Social Security Number
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.

Preventing SIM Swapping and Port-out Scams [Updated]
The simplest way is to set a SIM PIN, enable number transfer protection with your carrier, and use an authenticator app instead of SMS for 2FA.

Is Coinbase Safe? How To Protect Your Cryptocurrency
Coinbase is considered safe due to strong technical and regulatory protections, but user-side risks like password reuse remain outside its control.

The 5 Best Credit Karma Alternatives (Reviewed and Ranked)
Credit Karma offers "free" credit monitoring and personal financial tools to millions of Americans — but it's not the only (or best) option available.
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How To Remove Yourself From Data Broker Sites
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.

How to Remove Your Personal Information From the Internet
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.

Who Can Legally Ask for Your Social Security Number?
Government agencies can legally require your SSN under federal law. Private companies can request it, but unless a law applies, you can refuse.

The 8 Best Data Removal Services (Rated and Reviewed)
Data broker removal services promise to clean up your digital profile and increase your online privacy — but not all of them deliver on that promise.

How To Find Out If Someone Is Using Your Social Security Number
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.

Preventing SIM Swapping and Port-out Scams [Updated]
The simplest way is to set a SIM PIN, enable number transfer protection with your carrier, and use an authenticator app instead of SMS for 2FA.