Digital Security 101

Start by deleting unknown apps, updating your software, and running a security scan. Change passwords to any affected accounts and turn on 2FA.

DeleteMe was one of the first services to help users remove personal information from data brokers — but some competitors do more to keep you safe online.

The sooner you recognize the signs of a hack, the better chance you have of shutting down hackers and scammers before they can do too much damage.

Your personal information is easily available online to anyone who knows where to look — unless you take these steps to secure your online identity.

Free Dark Web scanners can only do so much. Use these tools to dig deeper into the Dark Web and learn how at risk you are of scams and identity theft.

If you receive a Dark Web alert or data breach notification, you should act quickly to freeze your credit, update passwords, and look for signs of fraud

Dark Web monitoring services scan illicit and anonymous online marketplaces for your leaked data — but not all of them are worth paying for.

As soon as you see signs that your accounts or devices have been hacked, act quickly to remove malware, regain access, and minimize the damage.