Tips

Every file, video, etc. we share contains a lot of hidden additional information — metadata. What’s it for, and is it really necessary?

Our Android apps are no longer available on Google Play. We explain how to download, install, and update them by alternative means.

How to avoid giving away your password to scammers when logging in to third-party sites or viewing “encrypted” or “confidential” documents.

We discuss upcoming trends and cyberthreats of 2025.

Mistakes to learn from in 2024 – and resolutions for a safer 2025.

The best privacy-focused services that make practical gifts for friends and family.

We explain how to detect if scammers have gained access to your Telegram account, and what to do about it.

Is a taped-over webcam or phonecam a sign of paranoia – or smart thinking?

Scammers posing as buyers snatch one-time codes during online product demos.

Cybercriminals are enticing Telegram users with free subscriptions. Is this an unexpected act of generosity or just another scam?

Black Friday is a great opportunity for scammers to line their pockets — but not with your money if you follow our advice.

A step-by-step guide for those who may be tracked through stalker apps or wireless beacons.

Five dead simple tips to greatly improve your defenses against cybercriminals.

Web pages often disappear, move, or change content. How to keep them the way you want, or easily locate a web archive?

A detailed guide to configuring privacy settings in the ASICS Runkeeper running app.

Many of us have dozens of online subscriptions and recurring payments. How to take control, save money, and stay on top of expenses?

A detailed guide on setting up privacy in the adidas Running app.

Many popular online services these days require a selfie with your ID card or passport to register. We explore whether taking such photos is safe (spoiler: it’s not) and how to minimize the risks.

A detailed guide to configuring privacy settings in the MapMyRun fitness tracker.

This guide will walk you through the essential privacy settings in the Nike Run Club training app.

How cybercriminals make money off victims’ love lives.