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Where People Go to Research You Before a First Meeting

Before a first meeting—whether for business, dating, or networking—people often look you up online. This research is fast, simple, and

September 8, 2025
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Internet Browsing Privacy: Here’s What You Should Know

Learn how to take control of your internet browsing privacy and protect your online accounts, search history and more. Our

August 27, 2025
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Why Location Settings No Longer Guarantee Privacy

Imagine unlocking your mobile device and seeing a detailed record of every place you’ve visited—restaurants, grocery stores, and even brief

August 22, 2025
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Internet Security Tools: 5 Must-Haves for Protecting Your Data

Why are internet security tools so important today? Which ones do you need in your online protection arsenal? Read on

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How QR Code Scanners Collect Data Without User Consent

QR codes have become part of everyday life. From menus to event tickets, scanning feels quick and harmless. But what

August 18, 2025
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When Privacy Requests Trigger Suspicion From Government Agencies

Not all privacy requests are treated equally. If your request raises concerns, government agencies may delay or deny it, or

July 22, 2025
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How Neighborhood Watch Apps Are Exposing Personal Data

Neighborhood watch apps promise safer streets, stronger communities, and real-time safety alerts. But as these platforms expand into everything from

July 10, 2025
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Where Your Location Data Goes After a Weather App Request

Every time you check the weather on your phone, a hidden exchange begins. Your device doesn’t just fetch a forecast—it

July 4, 2025
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How To Protect Yourself From LinkedIn Identity Theft

LinkedIn is a job hunter’s best friend. With over 1 billion members in 200+ countries and territories across the globe,

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Complete Guide to FastBackgroundCheck and Removing Your Data From the Site

FastBackgroundCheck is an online tool to conduct informal background checks. Our guide provides a thorough rundown of how to check

June 30, 2025
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Why Digital Privacy Is Failing Even in Countries That Claim to Protect It

Data is currency. But while more countries claim to protect digital privacy, the reality tells a different story. Despite advanced

June 26, 2025
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Why Most Privacy Policies Are Designed to Be Unreadable

Privacy policies are supposed to inform users about how businesses collect, process, and store data. However, in practice, most privacy

June 16, 2025
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