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5 holiday cybersecurity tips to keep your financial information safe while traveling and shopping

The holidays are here! You’re planning your trip, you’re hitting the online sales, and your credit card is getting a serious workout. But as you juggle boarding passes and shopping lists, cybercriminals are busy, too. The holiday season is a peak time for fraud, phishing, and physical theft because criminals know we are distracted, rushed, […]

Why you need a portable phone charger now

That moment of panic when your phone battery hits 5% is a terrible feeling. You look up, see a public charging station—at the airport, the mall, or a coffee shop—and relief floods in. You rush over, plug in, and think you’re safe. Wrong. You just exposed yourself to a security risk called “juice jacking.” This […]

Ditch public USB charging: pack your own power supply instead

We’ve all been there: you’re out and about, your phone battery is running low, and you spot a public USB charging station. It seems like a lifesaver, right? But hold on! Plugging your device into those public ports can expose you to serious security risks. Let’s dive into why you should ditch public USB charging […]

Traveling? Keep your devices close!

Picture this: you’re on vacation, finally relaxing, and you leave your laptop on the hotel room bed while you grab a quick bite. Big mistake! When you’re traveling, your devices are prime targets for theft and snooping. Think of your laptop, phone, and tablet as your digital passports. They hold your personal information, your work […]

Traveling? Turn off auto-connect to keep your devices safe

We live in a world of convenience, and our devices reflect that. Phones and laptops are constantly searching for Wi-Fi signals, eager to connect to the strongest network. But this “always-on” approach can actually leave you vulnerable to cyberattacks. When your device automatically connects to a public Wi-Fi network, you’re essentially taking a leap of […]

Out of sight, out of mind: protect your devices while traveling

Traveling can be a fantastic experience, but it’s important to be mindful of your belongings, especially your valuable tech devices. Leaving your gadgets unattended, even for a short time, can open the door to theft or data breaches. Here are some tips to keep your devices safe while you’re on the go: By following these […]