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How to stop pop-up ads on Android phones and iPhones
Read this easy-to-follow guide that will teach you how to stop pop-up ads on your Android or iPhone. Get a safer mobile experience!
Published April 10, 2025 ·8 min read
How to get rid of a fake Windows Defender security warning
Learn what fake Windows Defender security warnings are, how to spot them, and how you can protect yourself.
Published April 09, 2025 ·8 min read
Hacked webcam? How to spot and prevent webcam spies
Learn how to protect yourself from webcam hacking attacks and keep your private life more secure.
Updated April 04, 2025 ·11 min read

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13 WhatsApp scams to know and avoid
Watch out for WhatsApp scams while you chat with family and friends online. Learn about common WhatsApp scams and how to avoid them.
Published December 22, 2023 ·11 min
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Learn how Tor Browser is used for anonymous browsing. Discover how it works, how it's used to access the dark web, and whether it's safe.
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Help protect yourself from scams on Facebook Marketplace
There are scammers pretending to sell and buy across digital marketplaces. Learn how to spot common Facebook Marketplace scams so you can avoid them.
Published June 17, 2024 ·9 min read
How to get rid of a fake Windows Defender security warning
Learn what fake Windows Defender security warnings are, how to spot them, and how you can protect yourself.
Published April 09, 2025 ·8 min read
Hacked webcam? How to spot and prevent webcam spies
Learn how to protect yourself from webcam hacking attacks and keep your private life more secure.
Updated April 04, 2025 ·11 min read
Can Macs get viruses? Yes. Here's how to protect yours
This guide teaches you how to keep your Mac safe from viruses, malware, and other online threats that could harm your device.
Published March 12, 2025 ·10 min

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Data brokers: Who are they and how do they affect you?
Learn about who data brokers are, how they collect data and how you can protect your data from them.
Published March 13, 2025 ·9 min read
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Learn in which scenarios you should not accept website cookies and what happens if you decline.
Published March 12, 2025 ·4 min read
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Learn what a network security key is, how to find or change it and how to keep your data safe.
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How to stop pop-up ads on Android phones and iPhones
Read this easy-to-follow guide that will teach you how to stop pop-up ads on your Android or iPhone. Get a safer mobile experience!
Published April 10, 2025 ·8 min read
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Learn how to use a VPN on an iPhone and iPad. This article explains the exact setup process in an easy-to-understand way.
Published January 30, 2025 ·11 min read
Can iPhones get hacked? Yes, and here’s how to handle it
Learn how to recognize hacked iPhone and what to do to get rid of the threats.
Published January 20, 2025 ·14 min read

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