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Unsolicited direct message link? Don’t click it—here’s what to do instead

A message pops up from a stranger—or even a familiar account—with a link and a personal hook: “Is this you in the photo?” “You won a prize.” “Your account will be locked.” Pause before curiosity takes over. An unsolicited direct-message link can lead to a fake login page, a payment scam or a malicious download. […]

5 browser security tips that can stop cyberattacks before they start

Most people think of cybersecurity in terms of antivirus software, firewalls, or password protection. But one of the most targeted applications on your device is the one you use every day: your web browser. Whether you’re shopping online, managing bank accounts, checking email, working remotely, or scrolling social media, your browser serves as the front […]

Be wary of links shared on Twitch: How to avoid scams, phishing, and malware

Twitch brings streamers and viewers together around games, music, esports, and live entertainment. Unfortunately, fast-moving chats, whispers, channel panels, and profiles also give scammers opportunities to distribute malicious links. A link may promise free game currency, exclusive skins, beta access, a giveaway prize, or help growing your channel. It could instead lead to a fake […]

Shortened URL safety: How to reveal hidden links before you click

Shortened URLs make long web addresses easier to share, especially in texts, social posts, QR codes, and emails. Unfortunately, shortening also hides the destination. A link such as bit.ly/3Example gives you no obvious way to tell whether it leads to a trusted website, a fake login page, or a malware download. Cybercriminals exploit that uncertainty. […]

Do business with credible companies to protect your privacy online

Before you type your name, email, phone number, payment details, address, or résumé into a website, take a minute to ask one important question: Do I trust this company with my information? Cybercriminals often build fake stores, fake service websites, fake job portals, fake subscription offers, and fake support pages that look professional enough to […]

Don’t type your way into a cybersecurity disaster: why typosquatting is your worst digital enemy

Your fingers slip. You’re trying to reach your bank, so you type “banl.com” instead of “bank.com.” In that split second of carelessness, attackers have already trapped you. This isn’t paranoia—this is the reality of typosquatting, one of the sneakiest cybersecurity threats targeting everyday internet users in 2026. Typosquatting, also called URL hijacking, is when cybercriminals […]