If you want to give someone on a message board or social network you email address, it’s best to send it to them via a private or direct message. Alternatively, you can type out the address, substituting actual words for the “@” and “.” symbols. This method protects you from having your email captured by […]

Every fingerprint is unique, meaning they make for a great way to secure your devices. A lot of smartphones come standard with a fingerprint scanner, and many more apps utilize it to keep your account safe. Biometrics are stronger than passwords and allow you to unlock your device and login to apps quicker. When some […]

Before supplying any information online, think about the answers to the following questions: Do you trust the business? Is it an established organization with a credible reputation? Does the information on the site suggest that there is a concern for the privacy of user information? Is genuine contact information provided? If you answered “No” to […]

Google is a unique resource, albeit one with some substantial drawbacks in terms of how comprehensively it catalogs your activities, from your search history to your geolocation. The privacy-focused search engine DuckDuckGo offers similar results with no tracking, reducing the risk of sensitive personal information falling into the wrong hands.

Putting a privacy screen filter on your laptop or mobile device can prevent others from seeing your screen outside of a narrow viewing angle, preventing “visual hacking.” There are several privacy screen filters on the market, but you want to make sure the one you purchase has a narrow enough viewing angle that will be […]

Any organization that isn’t your employer, the IRS or your bank probably doesn’t need to know your social security number. However, sometimes other organizations will ask for it. They may need it or they might not, and you should ask questions before agreeing to give it to them. These questions, as recommended by the Federal […]