Why Do I Get Scam Calls from Similar Numbers to Mine?
Receiving phone calls from numbers that look almost identical to your own is a common technique used by nuisance callers and scammers. So how does the scam work, and what can you do about it?
Why Doesn’t Windows 11 Support My CPU?
Move over TPM 2.0: Windows 11’s CPU generation requirements are even more confusing. Windows 11 requires at least an 8th-generation Intel CPU or AMD Ryzen 2000 processor. Microsoft can’t seem to clearly explain why, and the c…
4 Signs That a Company’s Privacy Policy Is Bad
When you sign up for a new digital service, you should always read the privacy policy. However, unless you know what you’re looking for, it can be very easy to miss the forest for the trees. After years of spitting through th…
How Does VPN Split Tunneling Work?
Split tunneling is one of the handier features a VPN can offer, allowing you to use your VPN for things you want to keep secure while leaving the connection unprotected for less vital traffic. Let’s take a look at how it work…
How to Reset Your Advertising ID on iPhone
Advertising IDs are used by companies to send you targeted ads based on your activity. Each iPhone has its own unique advertising ID—at least, they used to. Can you still reset the ID on your iPhone or iPad?…
Are VPNs Legal?
As virtual private networks are often used for things that aren’t completely legal, like torrenting copyrighted material or circumventing Chinese censorship, it might seem plausible to think that VPNs are illegal. The good ne…
How to Reset Your Advertising ID on Android
The phone in your pocket has a unique “Advertising ID” that lets advertising companies track your app activity. While you can’t remove this ID, you can reset it to erase all your activity.
What Are Personalized Ads, and How Do They Work?
If you’re worried about how oddly specific the ads you see online are getting, read on. We’ll explain what ad personalization is and how you’re being targeted every time you use your smartphone or computer….
How to Remotely Sign out of Gmail on a Lost or Missing Device
Lost your Android phone or your iPad? Want to sign out of Gmail on a device you’ve lent to a family member? Don’t worry, Google lets you remotely sign out of your Gmail account on any lost or missing device….
How to Deactivate Facebook Messenger
Wondering how to deactivate Facebook Messenger but can’t find the option? You’re not alone. Facebook has made it somewhat difficult to disable Messenger without disabling other Facebook services first. Here’s how it works….
How to Turn off Facial Recognition on Facebook
Facebook creates a digital fingerprint of your face to automatically recognize and tag you in pictures and videos. But if you’re uncomfortable with having your facial data on Facebook, you can easily delete it and turn this f…
With iOS 15, the iPhone Stays Ahead of Android in Privacy
Android fans love to joke about how Apple brings features to the iPhone long after they’ve been available on other platforms. There’s one area in which iOS is firmly ahead of Android, and the gap is only widening. Let’s talk …
Update Google Chrome Right Now to Avoid a Zero-Day Vulnerability
Browsers are critical tools in many people’s lives, but they come with security risks. Occasionally, vulnerabilities are exploited, and companies rush to send out fixes. That’s exactly what happened with Chrome 91, and a patc…
What Is Apple’s Private Relay, and Is a VPN Better?
“Private Relay” is a new VPN-like service scheduled for iOS 15, iPadOS 15, and macOS Monteray in fall 2021. At WWDC 2021, Apple announced Private Relay alongside some other privacy-focused services. These will be included …
How to Make Your Venmo Friends List Private
Anyone on Venmo can see your friends list by default. However, you can make your friends list private through the Venmo app. You can also prevent your Facebook friends and phone contacts from finding you….
How to Deactivate Your Facebook Account
Thinking of taking a break from Facebook but don’t want to start over from scratch? Facebook allows you to deactivate your account so that you can take a hiatus and pick up where you left off at a later date. Here’s how it wo…
What Is Amazon Sidewalk, and Should You Disable It?
On June 8, 2021, most Amazon smart home devices—as well as certain other connected gadgets—will become part of a nationwide network called Sidewalk. Here’s what you need to know, and how to opt out if you choose to….
7 Important Facebook Privacy Settings to Change Right Now
Facebook’s long list of privacy options can seem daunting, but there are only a few settings that you need to change to better protect yourself. Here are some things you should check right now.
Slow VPN? Here’s How to Make It Faster
Virtual private networks are great tools, but they all have one problem: They slow down your connection. However, they shouldn’t bring it down to a crawl. If you’re suffering from agonizingly slow speeds while connected to yo…
How to Manually Approve Facebook Posts You’re Tagged in
Being tagged in a Facebook post isn’t everyone’s idea of a good time. When this happens, there’s a good chance that the post will show up in your friends’ news feeds—possibly even before you’ve seen it. You don’t have to di…
How to Test Whether Your VPN Is Working (and Spot VPN Leaks)
If you signed up to a VPN and want to make sure it’s safe to use before browsing the web, then the best way to do so is to test it yourself. There are several free tools that allow you to test your connection’s security and d…
How to Scan for Nearby AirTags Using an Android Phone
How do you know whether a stalker has slipped an AirTag into your possessions? If you have an iPhone, you’ll quickly get an alert that an AirTag is following you. If you’re an Android user, the AirTag will just start beeping …
How to Check Whether Sites Are Blocked in China
If you are on your way to China or are just the curious kind, you may want to know which sites are blocked by the Great Firewall and which are freely accessible. There are a few ways to do so, but none of them are perfect….
6 Things You Should Never Share on Facebook and Social Media
Social media can be a force for good, but only if you use it responsibly. Sharing too much information or the wrong things can leave you exposed to harassment, real-world attacks, and other consequences you’d rather avoid. He…
How to Protect Your Wi-Fi From FragAttacks
FragAttacks are a group of security vulnerabilities that can be used to attack Wi-Fi devices. Every Wi-Fi device ever created appears vulnerable, making it possible for attackers to steal sensitive data or attack devices on y…
