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Apple’s iPhone Spyware Problem Is Getting Worse. Here’s What You Should Know

By Kate O'Flaherty
The iPhone maker has detected spyware attacks against people in more than 150 countries. Knowing if your device is infected can be tricky—but there are a few steps you can take to protect yourself.

5 Best VPN Services (2024): For Routers, PC, iPhone, Android, and More

By Scott Gilbertson
It won’t solve all of your privacy problems, but a virtual private network can make you a less tempting target for hackers.

AI Scam Calls: How to Protect Yourself, How to Detect

By Reece Rogers
AI tools are getting better at cloning people’s voices, and scammers are using these new capabilities to commit fraud. Avoid getting swindled by following these expert tips.

You Should Update Apple iOS and Google Chrome ASAP

By Kate O'Flaherty
Plus: Microsoft patches over 60 vulnerabilities, Mozilla fixes two Firefox zero-day bugs, Google patches 40 issues in Android, and more.

Here Are the Google and Microsoft Security Updates You Need Right Now

By Kate O'Flaherty
Plus: Mozilla patches 12 flaws in Firefox, Zoom fixes seven vulnerabilities, and more critical updates from February.

I Stopped Using Passwords. It's Great—and a Total Mess

By Matt Burgess
Passkeys are here to replace passwords. When they work, it’s a seamless vision of the future. But don’t ditch your old logins just yet.

Apple and Google Just Patched Their First Zero-Day Flaws of the Year

By Kate O'Flaherty
Plus: Google fixes dozens of Android bugs, Microsoft rolls out nearly 50 patches, Mozilla squashes 15 Firefox flaws, and more.

Apple iOS 17.3: How to Turn on iPhone's New Stolen Device Protection

By Matt Burgess
Apple’s iOS 17.3 introduces Stolen Device Protection to iPhones, which could stop phone thieves from taking over your accounts. Here’s how to enable it right now.

How to Opt Out of Comcast’s Xfinity Storing Your Sensitive Data

By Reece Rogers
One of America’s largest internet providers may collect data about your political beliefs, race, and sexual orientation to serve personalized ads.

How to Stop Your X Account From Getting Hacked Like the SEC's

By Lily Hay Newman
The US Securities and Exchange Commission and security firm Mandiant both had their X accounts breached, possibly due to changes to X’s two-factor authentication settings. Here’s how to fix yours.

What It’s Like to Use Apple’s Lockdown Mode

By Lily Hay Newman
If you're at high risk of being targeted by mercenary spyware, or just don't mind losing iOS features for extra security, the company's restricted mode is surprisingly usable.

Google Fixes Nearly 100 Android Security Issues

By Kate O'Flaherty
Plus: Apple shuts down a Flipper Zero Attack, Microsoft patches more than 30 vulnerabilities, and more critical updates for the last month of 2023.

9 Best Password Managers (2024): Features, Pricing, and Tips

By Scott Gilbertson
Keep your logins locked down with our favorite password management apps for PC, Mac, Android, iPhone, and web browsers.

How to Not Get Hacked by a QR Code

By David Nield
QR codes can be convenient—but they can also be exploited by malicious actors. Here’s how to protect yourself.

Google Fixes a Seventh Zero-Day Flaw in Chrome—Update Now

By Kate O'Flaherty
Plus: Major security patches from Microsoft, Mozilla, Atlassian, Cisco, and more.

You Don’t Need to Turn Off Apple’s NameDrop Feature in iOS 17

By Reece Rogers
Yes, your iPhone automatically turns on NameDrop with the latest software update. But you shouldn’t really be worried about it—regardless of what the police are saying.

Private and Secure Web Search Engines: DuckDuckGo, Brave, Kagi, Startpage

By Boone Ashworth, David Nield, Matt Burgess
What you look for online is up to you—just make sure no one else is taking a peek.

How to Turn Off Facebook’s Two-Factor Authentication Change

By Reece Rogers
With Meta’s updated 2FA process, the company now automatically trusts devices you often use.

How to Get Facebook Without Ads—if It’s Available for You

By Reece Rogers
Meta now offers users an ad-free option, but it’s only available in Europe for those who can afford the €10-a-month subscription.

Apple, Google, and Microsoft Just Patched Some Spooky Security Flaws

By Kate O'Flaherty
Plus: Major vulnerability fixes are now available for a number of enterprise giants, including Cisco, VMWare, Citrix, and SAP.

How to Stop Google Bard From Storing Your Data and Location

By Reece Rogers
Checking out this AI chatbot's new features? Make sure to keep these privacy tips in mind during your interactions.

Facebook Trains Its AI on Your Data. Opting Out May Be Futile

By Reece Rogers
Here's how to request that your personal information not be used to train Meta's AI model. "Request" is the operative word here.

How to Use Proton Sentinel to Keep Your Accounts Safe

By David Nield
If you want the highest possible level of protection, this is it.

How to Talk to Your Kids About Social Media and Mental Health

By Pia Ceres
Here’s what the science really says about teens and screens—and how to start the conversation with young people of any age.

The Most Popular Digital Abortion Clinics, Ranked by Data Privacy

By Kristen Poli
Telehealth companies that provide abortion pills are surging in popularity. Which are as safe as they claim to be?

How to Remove Your Personal Info From Google by Using Its ‘Results About You’ Tool

By Reece Rogers
You can now set up alerts for whenever your home address, phone number, and email address appears in Search.

How to Automatically Delete Passcode Texts on Android and iOS

By David Nield
Here’s one simple way to reduce your security risk while logging in.

Apple iOS, Google Android Patch Zero-Days in July Security Updates

By Kate O'Flaherty
Plus: Mozilla fixes two high-severity bugs in Firefox, Citrix fixes a flaw that was used to attack a US-based critical infrastructure organization, and Oracle patches over 500 vulnerabilities.

How to Use Discord’s Family Center With Your Teens

By Reece Rogers
The popular communication platform launched a new child safety tool for parents. Here’s what the feature does (and doesn’t) include.

How Threads' Privacy Policy Compares to Twitter's (and Its Rivals')

By Reece Rogers
Want to try out Meta’s new social media app? Here’s more context on what personal data is collected by Threads and similar social media apps.

5 Ways to Make Your Instant Messaging More Secure

By David Nield
Make sure your chats are kept as private as you want them to be.

How to Stop Google From Deleting Your Inactive Account

By Reece Rogers
Your inactive profiles, like Gmail or Docs, could turn into digital dust later this year. A few clicks can save them.

WhatsApp 2023: New Privacy Features, Settings, and More

By Matt Burgess
The Meta-owned app offers end-to-end encryption of texts, images, and more by default—but its settings aren't as private as they could be.

How to Use Google Authenticator

By Reece Rogers
The two-factor authentication tool got some serious upgrades that can help you bolster security for your online accounts.

Your Twitter Feed Sucks Now. These Free Add-Ons Can Help

By Justin Pot
A  few simple tools can help filter out most Twitter Blue users (but still see the ones you like).

How ChatGPT—and Bots Like It—Can Spread Malware

By David Nield
Generative AI is a tool, which means it can be used by cybercriminals, too. Here’s how to protect yourself.

How to Use Apple’s New All-In-One Password Manager

By Justin Pot
Your iPhone, iPad, and Mac now have a built-in password feature, complete with two-factor authentication.

How You Can Tell the AI Images of Trump’s Arrest Are Deepfakes

By Reece Rogers
Doctored images of the former US president went viral on Twitter. These are the telltale signs that they aren’t what they seem.

AI-Generated Voice Deepfakes Aren’t Scary Good—Yet

By Lily Hay Newman
The threat of scammers using voice deepfakes in their cons is real, but researchers say old-school voice-impersonation attacks are still the more pressing concern.

What to Do When Your Boss Is Spying on You

By Omar L. Gallaga
Employee monitoring increased with Covid-19’s remote work—and stuck around for back-to-the-office.

Apple Users Need to Update iOS Now to Patch Serious Flaws

By Kate O'Flaherty
Plus: Microsoft fixes several zero-day bugs, Google patches Chrome and Android, Mozilla rids Firefox of a full-screen vulnerability, and more.

How to Protect Yourself From Twitter’s 2FA Crackdown

By Matt Burgess
Twitter is disabling SMS-based two-factor authentication. Switch to these alternatives to keep your account safe.

What to Look for When Buying a Security Camera (2023): Tips and Risks

By Simon Hill
Eufy's recent scandal shows it's not so much about the data breach but about how a company responds. Here are a few ways to shop smart.

You Really Need to Update Firefox and Android Right Now

By Kate O'Flaherty
January saw a slew of security patches for iOS, Chrome, Windows, and more.

The Password Isn’t Dead Yet. You Need a Hardware Key

By Lily Hay Newman
Any multifactor authentication adds protection, but a physical token is the best bet when it really counts.

LastPass Data Breach: It’s Time to Ditch This Password Manager

By Lily Hay Newman
The password manager’s most recent data breach is so concerning, users need to take immediate steps to protect themselves.

Lensa AI and ‘Magic Avatars’: What to Know Before Using the App

By Reece Rogers
Are you thinking about uploading some selfies and buying a pack of ‘Magic Avatars’? Consider these expert tips first.

Drop What You're Doing and Update iOS, Android, and Windows

By Kate O'Flaherty
Plus: Major patches dropped this month for Chrome, Firefox, VMware, Cisco, Citrix, and SAP.

I Lost $17,000 in Crypto. Here’s How to Avoid My Mistake

By Alexander Webb
I’m not the first person to suffer this fate, but hopefully I can be the last.

How to Avoid Black Friday Scams Online

By David Nield
'Tis the season for swindlers and hackers. Use these tips to spot frauds and keep your payment info secure.

How to Use Apple Pay or Google Wallet Instead of Plastic Cards

By Reece Rogers
Cash is safe—for now. Contactless payment methods, like Apple Pay or Google Wallet, are more of a threat to the existence of physical cards.

Your Microsoft Exchange Server Is a Security Liability

By Andy Greenberg
Endless vulnerabilities. Massive hacking campaigns. Slow and technically tough patching. It's time to say goodbye to on-premise Exchange.

How to Use Passkeys in Google Chrome and Android

By David Nield
Google wants to make your digital life—in its ecosystem, anyway—passwordless and more secure.

Windows 11 Now Offers Automatic Phishing Protection

By David Nield
You’re safer than ever—here’s how.
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