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What is Pegasus spyware and how to remove it?
What is Pegasus spyware and how to remove it?
Pegasus is smartphone spyware that surveils the mobile activity of criminals, but it's also been used against dissidents, journalists, and others.
Published January 17, 2025 · 4 min, 24 sec
11 strategies on how to stop spam emails from clogging your inbox
11 strategies on how to stop spam emails from clogging your inbox
Declutter your digital life. Learn how to stop spam from clogging your Gmail, Outlook, or other email client.
Updated April 29, 2025 · 15 min read
How to prevent phishing: 11 tips to protect yourself
How to prevent phishing: 11 tips to protect yourself
Follow these tips to prevent phishing, learn what to do if you come across it, and stay safer online.
Published May 21, 2025 · 12 min read

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Account Security

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How to delete or deactivate your Instagram account on any device
How to delete or deactivate your Instagram account on any device
You can permanently delete your Instagram account from the Meta Account Centre. Learn the detailed steps here.
Updated May 21, 2025 · 7 min read
What is 2FA: A simplified guide to two-factor authentication
What is 2FA: A simplified guide to two-factor authentication
Learn what two-factor authentication is and how it can drastically improve the security of your accounts.
Published February 28, 2025 · 8 min read
How to create a strong password that no one can crack
How to create a strong password that no one can crack
Learn tips to create good, strong, and secure passwords that will keep your accounts safer.
Published February 21, 2025 · 8 min read
How to delete or deactivate your Facebook account: Step-by-step guide
How to delete or deactivate your Facebook account: Step-by-step guide
Learn how to delete or deactivate your Facebook account from your computer or phone with this guide.
Published June 14, 2024 · 5 min 10 sec read

Artificial Intelligence

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Deepfake AI: What are deepfakes & how to spot them?
Deepfake AI: What are deepfakes & how to spot them?
Uncover the secrets of deepfakes. Learn what deepfakes are and how to spot them in today's digitally manipulated AI world!
Published November 17, 2023 · 2 min

Family Safety

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Will blaring music really damage your ears?
Will blaring music really damage your ears?
The sheer volume of digital devices in our lives means that we probably use headphones more than any previous generation but are we doing our hearing lasting damage?
Published July 05, 2022 · 2 min read
10 Reasons why you should use parental control
10 Reasons why you should use parental control
Parents face a challenge: weighing the pros and cons of giving their children digital freedom. Here’s how parental control can help.
Published August 08, 2018 · 2 min read
Is it safe to download free eBooks online?
Is it safe to download free eBooks online?
Free eBooks are a great way for you and your family to learn and grow more, but are they safe to download?
Published August 08, 2018 · 4 min read
Parents' best practices to social media security
Parents' best practices to social media security
While many kids may seem comfortable with the Internet, we sometimes forget that they’re still learning. Are they prepared to spot the risks and pitfalls of being constantly connected on social media?
Published August 08, 2018 · 4 min read

Hacking

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Hacked webcam? How to spot and prevent webcam spies
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
How to check if your internet is hacked: 10 warning signs
How to check if your internet is hacked: 10 warning signs
This guide will show you how to tell if someone hacked your Wi-Fi, how to fix it and protect your router.
Published February 27, 2025 · 5 min read
What to do if a scammer has your email address – 8 tips
What to do if a scammer has your email address – 8 tips
What should you do if a scammer has your email address? Find out if you’ve been hacked and how to safely protect your account.
Published February 20, 2025 · 8 min read
Can iPhones get hacked? Yes, and here’s how to handle it
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

Malware

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Can iPhones get viruses? Yes, here is how to remove them
Can iPhones get viruses? Yes, here is how to remove them
It's unlikely that viruses or malware will infect your iPhone, but it's possible. Learn how to get rid of them.
Published May 16, 2025 · 10 min read
How to get rid of a virus on Android phone in 6 simple steps
How to get rid of a virus on Android phone in 6 simple steps
Learn how to clean your Android from viruses and malware and how to protect from future infections.
Updated May 15, 2025 · 12 min read
Can Macs get viruses? Yes. Here's how to protect yours
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 13, 2025 · 10 min
15 types of malware: real-world examples and protection tips
15 types of malware: real-world examples and protection tips
Different types of malware include trojans, worms, viruses, and many more. Learn about them here.
Published March 10, 2025 · 15 min read

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Phishing

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Phishing email examples and how to identify them
Phishing email examples and how to identify them
These are the most common phishing email examples with tips on how to identify and avoid them.
Published March 12, 2025 · 12 min read
Phictionary – the phishing dictionary every digital citizen should read
Phictionary – the phishing dictionary every digital citizen should read
Phictionary is a guide to phishing attacks with a dictionary twist that exposes real-life examples of scams to help people proactively identify fraudulent communications.
Published July 11, 2023 · 3 min
Clone phishing: What it is and how to prevent it
Clone phishing: What it is and how to prevent it
Clone phishing is a technique that scammers use to steal your information. Our guide describes how it works, gives examples, and teaches you how to prevent it.
Published September 13, 2022 · 4 min read
New study finds 8 social media phishing attacks
New study finds 8 social media phishing attacks
Are you active on social media? You could be a target for social media phishing attacks designed to steal your private information.
Published July 26, 2022 · 3 min read

Scams

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What is spam? 6 types of spam messages and how to avoid them
What is spam? 6 types of spam messages and how to avoid them
Spam is an unsolicited, unwanted, annoying, and sometimes scammy message. Learn how to stop and prevent it here.
Published April 23, 2025 · 13 min read
Help protect yourself from scams on Facebook Marketplace
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
Don't let charity scams steal your holiday cheer!
Don't let charity scams steal your holiday cheer!
As the holidays approach, many of us are feeling the spirit of giving and looking for ways to spread cheer to those less fortunate. But beware! Scammers are lurking, ready to take advantage of good intentions.
Published January 17, 2024 · 5 min read
Fires, hurricanes, other disasters are opportunities for scams
Fires, hurricanes, other disasters are opportunities for scams
When people are at their lowest, criminals go even lower. The dark side of disasters: where scammers prey on those who are most vulnerable.
Published January 05, 2024 · 4 min read

Security Tips

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Why you should update your software and how to do it
Why you should update your software and how to do it
Software and operating system updates help keep your devices running smoothly while protecting you.
Updated May 27, 2025 · 9 min read
11 strategies on how to stop spam emails from clogging your inbox
11 strategies on how to stop spam emails from clogging your inbox
Declutter your digital life. Learn how to stop spam from clogging your Gmail, Outlook, or other email client.
Updated April 29, 2025 · 15 min read
Your guide to 5 types of cybercrime and how to stay safe online
Your guide to 5 types of cybercrime and how to stay safe online
Learn about cybercrime: the top 5 types and simple steps to protect yourself online. Stay informed and safe!
Published November 17, 2023 · 2 min
‘It's easy to stay safe online’ with these 4 steps (plus 1)
‘It's easy to stay safe online’ with these 4 steps (plus 1)
Here are four essential steps to take, plus a bonus task, to help you protect yourself from identity threats this year
Published October 13, 2023 · 4 min read

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