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The firewall card: why you need to dedicate one credit card to online shopping

We all shop online. It’s convenient, fast, and often cheaper than hitting the mall. But every time you type your credit card number into a new checkout form, you introduce a sliver of risk. That number is now stored on another server, potentially exposed if that company is ever hacked. So, how do you keep […]

Lock down your Amazon account – why it needs two-step verification today

Let’s be honest: your Amazon account is probably one of the most valuable digital targets you own. Think about it—it contains your entire shipping address history, your purchase history (which reveals a ton about you), and, most importantly, your stored credit card information. If a hacker gets into that account, they can start buying themselves […]

Stop giving away your credit card number: the magic of Apple Pay (and tokenization!)

Let’s face it, whipping out your plastic credit card every time you shop online or tap at a register is getting old. Not only is it inconvenient, but every time you hand that card over or type those 16 digits into a website, you are exposing your financial life to potential risk. But there’s a […]

Guest checkout: your simple way to safer online shopping

We’ve all been there: You find the perfect, specialty item from a new online shop. You click “Checkout,” and there it is—the dreaded prompt: “Create an Account to Continue.” It’s tempting to hit “Yes.” They promise faster checkout next time and maybe even a coupon. But before you type in a password you’ll immediately forget, […]

Your Amazon account’s best friend: the authenticator app

How many times have you logged into Amazon this week? For most of us, it’s a regular part of life. Our Amazon account holds a ton of valuable information—our credit card numbers, shipping addresses, order history, and more. Protecting it is absolutely critical, and a simple password just isn’t enough anymore. That’s where two-step verification […]

Autofill on untrusted sites: a convenience trap

We all love how easy it is to shop and sign up for things online these days, right? Our web browsers often offer to Autofill our personal details like names, addresses, credit card numbers, and even passwords. It’s super convenient – just a click or two, and all your info pops into place, saving you […]