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Google Chrome Won't Kill Cookies Just Yet

Google planned to start phasing out cookies in favor of the Privacy Sandbox.

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Protect Your Privacy on Discord by Disabling Voice Clip Recording

Don't get caught out saying something you didn't know would be recorded.

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10 Reasons You Should Switch From Chrome to Firefox

The best browser sync out there.

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8 Ways Your Email Account Is Vulnerable to Hackers

Don't make these mistakes!

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Proton's Password Manager Gets a Permanent 50% Price Cut

Starting today, Proton Pass Plus is cheaper than 1Password or LastPass.

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9 Tips to Safely Browse the Web

Step into the online world with confidence!

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How to Add, Modify, or Remove Your Phone Number From Google Account

Add, remove, or modify your Google account recovery phone number with ease.

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How to Improve Your Online Privacy With Firefox Multi-Account Containers

Firefox Multi-Account Containers make it harder for websites to track you around the web. Here's how to use them.

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Comcast Xfinity Data Breach Exposed 35 Million Customers

Private information, including the last four digits of customers' social security numbers, may have been acquired by hackers.

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DeleteMe & VPNs: Mounting a Two-Front Attack on Data Theft

Data theft is a rampant issue in the 21st century, but DeleteMe's data removal service and a VPN can put you back in control of your information.

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Proton VPN, Drive, and More Are up to 60% Off Right Now

Score a Proton subscription for an exceptionally low price.

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Google's Credential Manager Makes Passkeys Easier on Android 14

Google promises a 50% faster sign-in process when apps use passkeys.

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What Is the Best VPN Protocol? OpenVPN vs. WireGuard vs. SSTP and More

You have a choice of VPN protocols, but some are better than others.

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Can My ISP See If I'm Using a VPN, and Do They Care?

A VPN can help protect your privacy online. But what does your ISP think about that?

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Does a Factory Reset Remove Viruses?

Computer or smartphone infected? This can help.

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Do VPNs Hide Data Usage from ISPs or Cellular Carriers?

If you're trying to avoid a data cap, VPNs aren't the solution.

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Proton Pass Introduces Secure Password Sharing

Share passwords, credit card details, and more with friends or family.

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1Password Targeted by Hackers Following Okta Breach

User data was not compromised, and 1Password itself was not hacked.

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Can You Share Passkeys with Friends and Family?

Some passkey managers allow you to share passkeys, while others don't.

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