Category: Protection
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Google Yourself, Before They Do: Why Your Online Footprint is a Scammer’s Treasure Map
One night, I typed my name into Google. Not for vanity reasons (okay, not just vanity reasons). I wanted to see what a scammer could learn about me with just a search bar and a curious mind. Within three minutes, I had a list of restaurants I’d visited, a photo of my dog, a cousin’s…
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The Power of No: Why You Don’t Owe Strangers an Explanation
A lot of people struggle with saying no. Not because they don’t want to, but because they feel they have to justify it. They don’t want to seem rude. They worry about hurting someone’s feelings. They think rejecting a request makes them a bad person.
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Why a Credit Freeze Is One of the Smartest Security Moves You Can Make
In the world of online security, where breaches are an everyday headline, the phrase “It won’t happen to me” is the biggest lie you can tell yourself. Your personal information is probably already out there—if not from a high-profile breach, then from the countless websites, apps, and services you’ve used over the years. So, what’s…
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How Safe Is Tap-to-Pay? Is It Really Safer Than Swiping Your Card?
Hey there! Let’s talk about something you probably do without thinking too much about: paying with your card. Whether you’re grabbing your morning coffee or finally buying that thing you’ve been eyeing online, payment methods have gotten faster and flashier. Enter tap-to-pay, the slick way to just boop your card (or phone) on a reader…
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The Innocent Text That Could Cost You Everything: How Pig Butchering Scams Start
Ah, the innocent-looking text message. A simple “How are you doing lately?” from an unknown number. It seems friendly, casual, and harmless, right? Wrong. This is exactly how Pig Butchering scams start, and it’s something you NEED to be aware of.
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How Adopting a Zero Trust Policy Can Keep You Safe from Scammers
Imagine this: your phone buzzes with a call from your bank, the caller ID looks legitimate, and the voice on the other end is professional and confident. They claim there’s suspicious activity on your account and urgently need you to verify some details. It’s easy to panic and start sharing personal information—but this is exactly…