What are phishing scams — and how to avoid them By Anthony Spadafora last updated 17 March 23 Ever got an email or text message that took you to a website that asked for a lot of personal information? You may have encountered a phishing scam.
What to do if your Facebook account Is hacked By Anthony Spadafora last updated 23 December 22 Having your Facebook account hijacked can be terrifying but you can get it back by following these steps.
5 essential smart TV security tips to protect your privacy By Paul Wagenseil published 8 December 19 Smart TVs often have pretty dumb security and can create big privacy risks. Here's how to reduce your exposure.
Why you should never reuse a password By Mir Ubaid published 16 November 19 It's easy to use the same password for many accounts, but doing so may lead to disaster. Here's how to avoid that fate.
How to Opt Out of Data-Broker and People-Finder Services By Sean Captain published 16 October 19 Scores of companies are amassing personal data to help marketers and even potential stalkers track you. Here's how to reclaim your privacy.
DNA Test Kits: Everything You Need to Know By Rob Pegoraro published 10 August 19 DNA test kits can help you learn more about your ancestry and your overall health, but they also raise concerns around privacy. Read this before you buy.
Credit report definition, credit score definition: What's the difference? By Paul Wagenseil published 21 April 19 Credit reports and credit scores sound the same, but they're different things, created for different reasons. Here's what you need to know.
The one password tip everyone needs to know By Paul Wagenseil published 7 April 19 If you want to keep your passwords secure, there's no substitute for a good password manager.
Social Media Spring Cleaning: Check Your Connected Apps By Henry T. Casey published 24 February 19 It's never a bad time to make sure you know which services can access your account info.
The Quick and Dirty Facts About Facebook and Cambridge Analytica By Paul Wagenseil published 4 May 18 Facebook gave data on 87 million users to a consulting firm that worked for Trump's 2016 campaign. Here's an explainer of what happened.
A Snapchat Guide for Parents By Lauren L'Amie, Henry T. Casey published 6 March 18 Keeping up with your social-media-savvy teen can be exhausting, but not impossible. Get up to date on Snapchat with this handy guide
Help Me Tom's Guide: Make My Facebook Photos Private! By Henry T. Casey published 9 July 17 Learning how to set a Facebook photo's privacy settings can mean the difference between protecting your identity and exposing yourself.
Apple vs. FBI: What Happened and Why It Still Matters By Paul Wagenseil published 31 March 16 The fight between Apple and the FBI over encrypted iPhones had been a long time coming. Here's what's happening and why it's important.
Apple vs FBI Timeline: What You Need to Know By Paul Wagenseil published 30 March 16 The fight between Apple and the FBI over the San Bernardino shooter's iPhone has taken many turns. Here's a timeline to set you straight.
Smartphone Encryption: What You Need to Know By Paul Wagenseil published 29 February 16 The FBI and police demand back doors to smartphone encryption. Apple and Google refuse to give in. What's at stake here, and what does it all mean?
What Is Tor? Answers to Frequently Asked Questions By Jill Scharr published 23 October 13 What is Tor? How does it help your online privacy? Can the NSA spy on it? All your questions about The Onion Router, aka Tor, are answered in this FAQ.
Tracking Cookies: What They Are, and How They Threaten Your Privacy By Tom's Guide Staff published 16 September 13 Too many cookies can lead to problems.
