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Google Shielded Email: What it is and alternatives you can use today
Google was reported in 2024 to be working on a new feature called Shielded Email that would let users create email aliases for sign-ups without revealing their primary address. However, this feature h...
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How we engineered a way to restrict child sexual abuse material without looking at your data
Our new partnership with the Internet Watch Foundation (IWF) proves that strong encryption and targeted CSAM prevention can coexist through careful DNS engineering. For years, the fundamental operatin...
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Survey: 50% of UK event-goers have lost money to ticket scams
Were you one of the millions trying to bag an Oasis ticket? Or hoping to score a seat at your favourite Premier League team’s first game of the season? Maybe a wristband for next year’s Glastonbur...
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Can a VPN hide you from your ISP? Here’s what they see
When you connect to the internet, there’s one party that always stands between you and everything you access online: your internet service provider (ISP). Whether it’s a mobile network, cable comp...
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Are QR codes safe? Learn how to spot and avoid scams
QR codes are an integral aspect of modern-day society, allowing access to digital information like payment portals or restaurant menus with a quick and easy scan. However, this widespread adoption has...
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Online dating scams: 11 warning signs and how to outsmart them
Online dating can be a great way to meet new people, but it’s also become a popular tool for scammers. Behind many perfect profiles are people trying to steal more than just your heart. They use emo...
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Geek Squad scam: Spot the fraud, protect your identity
Email, text, and phone call phishing scams are a dime a dozen. The most successful scams center around credit card providers and technology companies. With that in mind, it’s no surprise that techni...
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Why your stolen data could be used in AI-powered scams
A leaked email or phone number might seem harmless, until AI gets involved. Cybercriminals aren’t just stealing data—they’re selling it on the dark web, where scammers use AI to turn stolen info...
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What happens to your data when you use free credit score apps?
Free credit score apps promise quick and easy access to your credit data. But there’s a catch—you’re often trading your personal and financial information for that convenience. Many of these app...
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Why removing your data from Google is only half the battle
We recently explored Google’s personal data removal tools and how they help you take down sensitive information from search results. But removing data from Google doesn’t mean it’s gone from the...
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