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Don’t show your location on social apps: How to protect your privacy and stay safer online

Social apps make it easy to share where you are. You can check in at a restaurant, tag a vacation spot, add your location to photos, or let an app automatically attach geotags to posts. It may feel harmless, but broadcasting your location can reveal more than you intended. A good rule is simple: do […]

Set child computer safety rules to help kids build safer online habits

Kids learn fast online. They can stream videos, play games, message friends, search for homework help, download apps, and explore new websites in minutes. That freedom can be great, but it also comes with risks. A clear set of computer safety rules helps children understand what they can do, what they should avoid, and when […]

Talk to your child about in-game currency before the next accidental purchase

Online games make it easy for kids to play, compete, customize characters, and unlock new items. Many games also make it very easy to spend real money through premium currency, battle passes, loot boxes, skins, upgrades, and limited-time offers. Before your child starts a new game, have one simple conversation: some game money is pretend, […]

How to secure your streaming accounts from password theft

Streaming accounts may seem low-risk, but hackers love them. Netflix, Hulu, Disney+, Max, Prime Video, and music streaming accounts often store payment details, personal profiles, viewing history, and reused passwords that can unlock much more valuable accounts. Why do hackers target streaming accounts? Streaming accounts are easy to resell, share, or use as a steppingstone […]

Why your loyalty rewards account is a prime target for hackers

Your airline miles, hotel points, grocery rewards, coffee stars, and credit card points may not feel like “real money,” but hackers see them differently. Loyalty rewards accounts are valuable because points can often be redeemed for gift cards, travel, merchandise, upgrades, or transferred to other accounts. That makes them a tempting target for cybercriminals. Why […]

Don’t engage with unsolicited tech support calls: How to spot the scam and protect your device

A random caller says your computer has a virus. A pop-up says your device is infected and tells you to call a support number. A “technician” offers to fix everything if you just grant remote access and pay a fee. That is the classic tech support scam — and it is still catching people off […]