Nearly every website now asks you to accept using cookies in your browser as part of their privacy policy. Every so often, access the cookies section of the settings menu in your browser and clear out all of your cookies. Not only will your browser load more efficiently; it’ll get rid of any of your […]

If your kids have their own tablets or smartphones, or if they use a shared family device, installing YouTube Kids is a good way to ensure they browse safely. YouTube Kids screens content and only allows users to view what’s appropriate for children aged 2-12. The ads on YouTube kids are limited and kid-friendly, and […]

Keep your browser looking tidy and prevent the exposure of personal information when you share your screen with Chrome. Remove your bookmark bar temporarily by right-clicking it, then unselect “Show bookmarks bar.” To bring it back up, simply select the vertical ellipsis menu in the upper right corner, hover over “Bookmarks” and then select, “Show […]

If you have to share your screen with an open web browser, you’ll want to clean up your tabs in order to create a better impression for your viewers while lowering the amount of personal information you share. Migrate your open tabs to the Collections feature on Microsoft Edge, a convenient spot for quickly and […]

It’s a good idea to periodically verify that you’re using the latest version of your preferred browser, even if automatic updates are enabled. For Firefox, simply open the hamburger menu, then select Help. From there, you’ll press About Firefox. If you’ve got the latest version, this screen will say “Firefox is up to date.” If […]

The makers of popular web browser Vivaldi have partnered with DuckDuckGo on a built-in tracker blocker to help preserve user privacy. Vivaldi halts requests before they’re sent to URLs that appear on a comprehensive block list created and updated by privacy-focused search company DuckDuckGo. To enable this feature, open the Vivaldi Menu, then Settings. Navigate […]