Use this hidden Android feature before lending your phone to anyone else By Millie Davis-Williams published 13 June 22 Lending your phone to a friend? Here’s how to keep your phone safe with screen pinning on Android
How to block spam texts on Android By Millie Davis-Williams published 31 May 22 Want to know how to block spam texts on Android? Here’s the best way to stop spam texts coming through
OpenVPN vs WireGuard vs Lightway - which VPN protocol should you use? By Mo Harber-Lamond published 20 May 22 vpn VPNs flaunt their range of protocols, but does the one you pick really matter? Here, we pit the three biggest protocols against each other.
How to tell if an AirTag is stalking you — and what you can do about it By Paul Wagenseil published 23 February 22 Here's how you can tell if an AirTag is stalking you, whether you use an iPhone, an Android phone or no phone at all.
How to install a VPN on a router By Mo Harber-Lamond published 21 February 22 vpn Installing a VPN on a router isn't necessarily a simple process, so here we run down all the steps you need to take.
What is Google Authenticator (and how to use it) By Andrew E. Freedman published 9 February 22 One of the most popular forms of token-based 2FA is Google Authenticator. Here's how to use it.
How to use Signal: Everything you need to know By Emily Long published 8 February 22 Here's all you need to know to get started with the Signal encrypted-messaging app.
How to get free Backblaze cloud backup with ExpressVPN's exclusive deal By Mo Harber-Lamond published 10 January 22 vpn ExpressVPN is offering a free 1-year plan of Backblaze with its 12-month offer, but you won't find it on Google. Here's how to get it.
Avoid porch pirates: How to prevent stolen packages from Amazon, UPS and more By Cynthia Lawrence, Kate Kozuch published 9 December 21 Get your packages delivered safely for the holidays. Here's how to stop porch pirates and prevent stolen packages from Amazon and more this season.
How to get a free credit report — and why you should By Emily Long published 6 December 21 Getting a free credit report is easy, quick and very useful. Here's how to do it.
How to shop safely on Black Friday By Paul Wagenseil published 16 November 21 Cybercriminals and advertisers are eagerly waiting for you to head to shopping malls and retails websites on Black Friday. Here's how to avoid their traps.
How to enable Twitch two-factor authentication By Michael Andronico, Tony Polanco published 6 October 21 You can make your Twitch account more secure by setting up two-factor authentication; here's how.
How to set up an Apple ID recovery key By Denise Primbet published 10 September 21 We've prepared a step-by-step guide on how to set up an Apple ID recovery key on your Apple devices.
How to freeze your credit with Equifax By Paul Wagenseil published 30 August 21 A credit freeze may be the single best way to protect your identity. Here's how to set one up with Equifax.
How to freeze your credit with Experian By Paul Wagenseil published 30 August 21 A credit freeze is the simplest and cheapest way to protect yourself from identity theft. Here's how to set one up with Experian.
How to freeze your credit with TransUnion By Paul Wagenseil published 30 August 21 Freezing your credit file may be the single most effective way to prevent identity theft, and it's free. Here's how to get a credit freeze with TransUnion.
How to create a Kill Switch in Windows 10 By Robert Irvine published 26 August 21 Discover how to create a 'kill switch' in Windows, so you can cut your internet connection instantly when something goes wrong.
How to delete a Wi-Fi network on Android and iPhone By Robert Irvine published 20 August 21 Here's how to delete a Wi-Fi network on Android, iPhone or iPad, or stop your phone or tablet connecting automatically.
How to lock down Google Drive files By Paul Wagenseil, Robert Irvine published 20 August 21 Google lets you prevent other people from copying, downloading or printing your Google Drive files. Here's how to do so.
How to see who's on your Wi-Fi network By Robert Irvine published 17 August 21 Worried that someone is using your Wi-Fi network without your permission? Here's how to detect intruders, so you can disconnect them.
How to access your router's settings By Alex Wawro published 11 August 21 Want to change your Wi-Fi password, or set up a guest Wi-Fi network? You need to access your router's settings — here's how.
How to use a VPN to unblock Google By Mo Harber-Lamond published 6 August 21 vpn If you can't access Docs, Gmail, Search and more, you need to unblock Google and keep up to speed with the rest of the world.
How to get the Android 12 Privacy Dashboard By Richard Priday published 6 August 21 If you're happy to trust a third-party app, you can use the new Android 12 Privacy Dashboard on any Android phone today.
How to turn off Windows Defender By Billy Givens published 3 August 21 Windows Defender (aka Microsoft Defender) is an excellent free antivirus program, but sometimes you need to turn it off in Windows 10. Here's how.
How to run a Safety Check in Google Chrome By Alex Wawro published 3 August 21 Google Chrome's Safety Check feature lets you quickly see how secure and up-to-date your browser is — here's how to use it.
How to delete Google Search history By Paul Wagenseil published 27 July 21 Google has overhauled how it lets you delete or selectively edit your Search history. Here's how to do it on a desktop, laptop, phone, or tablet.
How to make yourself anonymous on Facebook By Robert Irvine published 21 July 21 By tweaking a few Facebook settings, you can keep your identity and posts private so that strangers can't bother you. Here's what to change in Facebook to make yourself anonymous.
How to set up two-factor authentication on Facebook By Denise Primbet published 16 July 21 Facebook offers two-factor authentication to all its users. Here's a step-by-step guide on how to activate it and secure your account.
How to spoof your location for Pokémon GO on Android By Mo Harber-Lamond published 11 June 21 vpn Spoofing your Pokémon GO location can be tricky, but there are some workarounds that get the job done. Here's how to do it.
How to encrypt files on Windows 10 By Jill Scharr, Henry T. Casey published 26 May 21 Microsoft's Windows operating system and Office suite have some built-in file-encryption features. Here's how to use them.