Online Safety
One thing all consumers need to do is to report all scams to the right agency or authority. Scams continue to be a growing problem, and it’s clear to every crime and cybersecurity expert that scams aren’t going away. Year by year, they continue to grow.
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The Better Business Bureau (BBB) is warning all travelers to avoid falling victim to a vacation scam this summer. They advise everyone to include wisdom, common sense, and skepticism when creating their packing lists for vacations and weekend getaways.
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Most of us rely on the Internet daily for work, social media, bill payments, and more. Nevertheless, digital privacy is vital to us all. Risks to the personal data we share online are numerous, and even the stoutest cybersecurity measures can’t eliminate them all. Federal and state laws exist that help to protect us against…
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Wouldn’t it be great if we didn’t have to worry about the security of our data online? As soon as you start to learn about how many threats there are to your personal data and safety on the internet (especially with smartphones!), the days of worry-free scrolling and clicking disappear. The unfortunate reality is that…
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Have you used artificial intelligence today? You most likely have, whether you realized it or not. AI-powered tools, platforms, and technologies have become so common that you can’t escape it even if you tried—unless you go seriously off-grid and take up residence in a forest somewhere. If you’ve never stopped to think about the effects…
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Most of us desire long-lasting relationships and romantic love. Yet, our full schedules and cemented routines may leave little room for testing the dating pool and meeting new people. Thankfully, social media and online dating apps and platforms allow us to begin romances without leaving the confines of our homes. There are many stories of…
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So, if the internet is vast and accessible to all, then the Dark Web is the online activity that takes place in murky waters below the surface, under the radar. And it isn’t for the innocent or faint-hearted. Fortunately, it’s not easy to get to either.
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By now, you’ve likely heard about multi-factor authentication (MFA). You’re probably using it for most of your sensitive accounts. All the cybersecurity blogs you read (including this one) told you that you should be good and protected now. But advances in cyber protection don’t stay “advances” for long. Hackers always catch up, it’s just a…
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Digital privacy has been an important part of online security since we first created the internet. Today, more and more parts of our lives are interconnected with online activity, and concerned citizens are taking action to protect their digital footprint. Whenever we go online, we are creating a data trail. Sometimes, these trails are inconsequential—does…
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Protecting yourself from online threats is a big job. In an era of increasing digital surveillance and cyber threats, Virtual Private Networks (VPNs) have become a go-to tool for protecting online privacy and security. Sometimes, VPN users will even call their preferred VPN “unhackable.” But how accurate is that label? VPNs can certainly increase your…
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One of the many responsibilities of the Federal Trade Commission is to provide guidance to consumers about scams and hoaxes, including those perpetrated online. Lately, the FTC has been warning consumers about health insurance scams, which can lead to massive financial losses, inconvenience, and identity theft. To protect yourself from these scams, it is so…
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Most Americans spend a lot of time online. The internet is where we get basic information, do much of our professional work, connect with friends, meet new people, and shop. The frequency with which we use the internet can create a false sense of security. After all, if we’re online all day, every day, and…
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A scammer can spoof an email address, a phone number, or a website by mixing or using letters or symbols to help you think it’s legitimate. Spoofing, as far as email is concerned, is creating and using a fake or specially constructed email address in place of a legitimate one.
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Now, you can find the best VPNs at VPN TruRank, a new list compiled by WhatIsMyIPAddress.com “With the hundreds of VPNs out there, we want to help you save time, your sanity and some of your money if you’re looking for a VPN. That’s why we created VPN TruRank” — Chris Parker, President and CEO of WhatIsMyIPAddress.com…
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VPNs are an essential resource for keeping your data secure and improving your privacy online. However, there is a lot to learn about these important tools. They have great benefits, but not all VPN providers are the same. Depending on how you want to use your VPN, the best option for you might not be…
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An imposter scammer is the worst type of manipulation. It takes advantage of our trusting and believing nature and creates an opportunity for the criminal to steal our money, identity, and, sadly, our faith in others.
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You might think of the attorney general as a politician, but they are, in fact, servants of the people in their state. An attorney general’s sworn duty is to ensure justice and safety for consumers in their state. Protecting consumers from fraud, scams, and other crimes is what they do.
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The good news is that you don’t have to become a cybersecurity pro to protect yourself from fake emails. A good dose of common sense and a greater awareness of email fraud are enough to put you on guard.
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Money-lender Dave does the one thing that all scammers do: It lied to its target through its advertising. Sure, there are small disclaimers here and there, yet Dave preyed on the triggers that consumers (who need money) would respond to. Dave likely knew and likely counted on the fact that people rarely read the fine print.
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Once email addresses fall into the wrong hands, there’s a greater chance the criminals might work on discovering your email password and compromising your account. Even scarier is that information in a data breach sometimes includes passwords. Even if it doesn’t, hackers and cybercriminals have ways to guess or uncover passwords…it happens all the time.
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People concerned about internet privacy are starting to investigate virtual private networks and exploring PureVPN. PureVPN provides pure protection online by hiding your actual IP address and encrypting all your online traffic, which is what 99% of internet users and privacy seekers want.
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Using a VPN (Virtual Private Network) when you’re online is still very wise and important and that’s especially true if you’re sending private, sensitive emails or shopping online from somewhere other than home.
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We’re used to hearing “red flag” conditions. Hopefully, we know they indicate a dangerous situation or risky conditions ahead. Scams have red flags too, but they’re not quite the same. Let’s see why. Here are some examples we’re familiar with: What about for consumers about scams? That’s the topic we’re exploring here. Actually, a red…
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Windscribe VPN provides the ultimate privacy, security, and simplicity with an easy-to-use website interface.
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What Does Pump and Dump Mean? Pump and dump schemes are a deceptive form of investment fraud that have found new life in the digital age. But what is a pump-and-dump scam, exactly? At its core, a pump-and-dump scheme involves artificially inflating the price of a stock (often a penny stock) through false or misleading…
[Read More]We put a lot of faith in the websites and online services we use. But they’re not always safe. Hacks and data breaches can compromise your personal data and leave you exposed. Learn cybersecurity basics and stay safe online with these guides.