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Don’t let your video call become a data leak: why privacy is your best meeting invite

Let’s be real: video conferencing is no longer a luxury, it’s a lifeline. We use it for everything from business meetings and virtual doctor appointments to family catch-ups. But as our screens get more crowded, so do the privacy concerns swirling around our favorite video apps. That popular platform you use? It might be collecting […]

The stranger danger alert: why you should question that new follower

We love social media because it lets us connect with practically anyone, anywhere. That’s an amazing power, but it’s also the wild west of personal safety. On the internet, people can easily hide behind fake profiles, completely change their identity, and disguise their real intentions. It’s time to activate your online “Stranger Danger” senses. You […]

Zooming into trouble: why you must stop uploading high-resolution photos

We all love those crystal-clear, high-definition photos our modern smartphones capture. We want to show off every perfect detail—the sharp focus, the vibrant color, the subtle texture. But when you upload that original, high-resolution image file straight from your phone to a social media account, you are creating a subtle but significant security risk. Think […]

Fake retail sites are everywhere: How to spot counterfeit Black Friday deals

The holiday shopping season—Black Friday, Cyber Monday, Cyber Week, and the weeks leading up to the New Year—is a thrilling time for finding deals. But as you excitedly click through sale emails and search for that perfect gift, remember that you’re wading into the busiest season for cybercriminals, too. These bad actors are masters of […]

Stop broadcasting your address: why you need to disable geotagging now

Every time you snap a picture with your smartphone, your device does more than just capture a beautiful image. It often bundles that photo with a silent, hidden file attached to it: metadata. And within that metadata, your phone loves to include a geotag—the precise GPS coordinates of where you stood when you pressed the […]

Don’t be the easiest target: why you must disable automatic bluetooth connectivity

Your smartphone is constantly looking for connections. When you walk into a coffee shop, it searches for Wi-Fi. When you get into your car, it looks for your stereo system. This constant scanning for nearby connections, particularly Bluetooth, is incredibly convenient, but it also creates a subtle, silent security risk. Every time your phone is […]