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Signal vs. Telegram: Which encrypted messaging app wins?

By Emily Long, Anthony Spadafora published

Signal and Telegram are both popular choices for encrypted messaging but which one is better for your needs?

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Popular child-tracking apps are actually tracking parents — how to stay safe

By Anthony Spadafora published

Downloading these popular child-tracking apps from the Play Store could put you and your child’s privacy and security at risk.

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6 reasons to use a VPN when streaming

By Mo Harber-Lamond published

vpn Using a VPN when streaming has become hugely popular, but there's more to them than just watching more TV and movies.

What to do if your Facebook account Is hacked

By Sarah Brown, Anthony Spadafora published

Having your Facebook account hijacked can be terrifying but you can get it back by following these steps.

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Security flaws in smart Jacuzzis could get owners in hot water

By Anthony Spadafora published

A security issue in Jacuzzi’s SmartTub software exposed the names and email addresses of smart hot tub owners online.

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The best UAE VPN working in Dubai 2022

By Mo Harber-Lamond published

vpn Using a UAE VPN for Dubai is the easiest way to evade censorship and use WhatsApp VoIP. Here are our top five choices.

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The best password managers in 2022

By Paul Wagenseil, Anthony Spadafora published

The best password managers make storing and auto filling your passwords easier to help you save time and stay safe online.

How to know if someone blocked your number

How to know if someone blocked your number

By Marshall Honorof published

To know if someone blocked your phone number, there are a few trial-and-error methods you can use to hazard a reasonably good guess.

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Best iPhone VPN for iOS in 2022

By Mo Harber-Lamond published

VPN Want to stay protected on the go? The best iPhone VPN for iOS can protect your anonymity on public Wi-Fi, and get you streaming anything.

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The best Mac VPN in 2022

By Mo Harber-Lamond published

vpn The best Mac VPN will get you access to global streaming content, evade censorship, and avoid government snooping.

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The best US VPN for use in or outside the USA in 2022

By Mo Harber-Lamond published

VPN From watching overseas Netflix to avoiding government surveillance, the best US VPN is an essential tool for any savvy surfer.

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The best parental control apps for Android and iPhone 2022

By Paul Wagenseil, Sean Riley, Anthony Spadafora published

These are the best parental control apps for managing apps, filtering websites and logging activities on mobile devices.

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Best Warzone VPN: how to get easy lobbies by avoiding SBMM

By Mo Harber-Lamond published

VPN Want to win more matches? All you need to do is use a Warzone VPN to change your location and avoid skill-based matchmaking.

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Does VPN server count really matter?

By Mo Harber-Lamond published

vpn Almost every VPN boasts about how many servers it runs, but does it mean anything? Here we explain what really matters.

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The best free VPN services in 2022

By Mo Harber-Lamond published

VPN Picking the best free VPN can be difficult, and many on offer could be dangerous. Here, we run down whether they're worth it, and which ones to pick.

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How to use a VPN for streaming

By Mo Harber-Lamond published

vpn By using a VPN to change your location, you can watch content on tons of streaming sites that would usually be blocked in your country.

Best Canada VPN

The best Canada VPN 2022

By Mo Harber-Lamond published

VPN A Canada VPN is the perfect way of staying anonymous online, accessing overseas Netflix content, and torrenting safely in the Great White North.

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Best VPN deals in June 2022

By Mo Harber-Lamond, Louis Ramirez published

VPN If you're looking for the best VPN deals, you've come to the right place! Here, we've rounded up all the bargains on offer today.

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Zoom security issues: What's gone wrong and what's been fixed

By Paul Wagenseil, Anthony Spadafora published

Dozens of security and privacy issues have been found in Zoom, though not all are serious and many have been fixed. Here's what you need to know.

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Mullvad VPN review

By Richard Sutherland published

VPN In our Mullvad review, we explore how the famously privacy-focused VPN stacks up in all the most important areas.

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Apple’s App Tracking Transparency is now under investigation — here's why

By Anthony Spadafora published

Germany’s national competition regulatory agency is taking a closer look at Apple’s App Tracking Transparency to determine whether its anti-competitive and self-serving.

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The best WhatsApp alternatives for 2022

By Tom Pritchard published

It doesn't matter why you're leaving, these are still the best WhatsApp alternatives you can download right now.

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Best Fire Stick VPN in 2022

By Mo Harber-Lamond published

VPN Using a Fire Stick VPN is the easiest way of watching overseas Netflix shows, and getting access to your subscriptions when abroad.

VyprVPN review

VyprVPN review

By Michael Graw, Sead Fadilpašić published

In our VyprVPN review, we explore everything the privacy-focused provider has to offer, and outline where it may lack compared to rivals.

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Hide.me VPN Review

By Mo Harber-Lamond, Sead Fadilpašić published

VPN With a great free option and tons of features to please experts, our Hide.me VPN review digs down into what makes it a tempting provider.

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The best identity theft protection services in 2022

By Paul Wagenseil, Anthony Spadafora published

Becoming a victim of identity theft can take years to recover from which is why you need one of the best identity theft protection services.

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Hackers have earned millions selling your data on the dark web — how to stay safe

By Anthony Spadafora published

From passports to bank account data, the things available to purchase on the dark web just might surprise you.

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The best antivirus software 2022: Free and paid options

By Paul Wagenseil, Anthony Spadafora published

These are the best paid and free antivirus programs available based on their ability to detect malware, impact on system performance and extra features.

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Best Windows 10 VPN for PC in 2022

By Mo Harber-Lamond published

VPN Windows 10 VPNs are usually the most powerful apps in a provider's line-up, and here we're running down the cream of the crop.

Victims of Identity Theft

Don't let identity theft ruin your summer vacation — here's what to look out for

By Anthony Spadafora published

Falling victim to identity theft can often take years to recover from which is why you want to avoid it at all costs.

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