Twitter accused of selling your phone number to advertisers
The FTC has accused Twitter of gathering its users' contact information and then allowing advertisers access to it, without users' knowledge.
Microsoft Edge just got a new way to protect your privacy
Microsoft has officially announced a new way for you to protect your privacy in the Canary version of Microsoft Edge with a built-in VPN.
Privacy groups slam Zoom’s plans to monitor your emotions
Video-calling app Zoom could soon start monitoring your emotions in real time, but opponents say this move could become a privacy and security disaster.
Google just banned call-recording apps from the Play Store
Google is making a controversial change to its Play Store policies that'll block all third-party call-recording apps.
DuckDuckGo’s beta browser for MacOS puts privacy first
DuckDuckGo has launched a web browser in beta on MacOS that puts privacy first. The browser is based on the same engine as Safari.
Which kids apps collect the most data?
Many kids use apps on a daily basis, but how much data are these apps really collecting -- and which kids apps collect th\ most data? We find out.
Google has a new plan to replace cookies. Will it work?
Google is on a mission to replace cookies with something better, but thus far every alternative it has built would give it even more power over the web.
Tile rolls out anti-stalking tool in wake of AirTags scandal
Tile's new feature will keep you from being stalked without your knowledge with a little effort.
Apple update adds more antistalking tools to AirTags
Apple continues addressing its AirTags stalking problem with updates to iOS.
Google’s privacy sandbox to limit tracking on Android phones
Google today announced it would be bringing the same privacy sandbox features it touts on Chrome to Android phones and tablets later this year.
Using Zoom on a Mac? It may be secretly recording your audio
Mac users have noticed that Zoom is surreptitiously recording their audio. Despite the app seemingly issuing a fix, the problem apparently still persists.
Google faces legal trouble over Android data collection
Google is facing a lawsuit over allegedly collecting location data from Android users while making it difficult for users to limit data collection.
Now’s the time to dump WhatsApp, privacy advocates say
Should users really consider leaving WhatsApp, and do suitable alternatives exist? We asked technology, social media, and privacy experts.
Kaspersky VPN should be your go-to for secure connections and privacy
While browsing, streaming, or shopping you should always be protected behind a layer of security, like Kaspersky's VPN Secure Connection.
Apple scrubs most mentions of controversial CSAM features after iOS 15.2 update
Apple has dropped a controversial child safety feature from its iOS 15 plans after facing backlash over privacy concerns.
Apple finally makes it harder to stalk Android users with its new Tracker Detect app
Apple's new Tracker Detect app lets Android users detect AirTags on their person, but it's still not as good as the automatic scanning you'll find on iPhones.
How to block email trackers in iOS 15
Love to keep your data to yourself? You're not alone there, and iOS 15 has handed you more tools. Here's how to use Mail Privacy Protection in iOS 15.
Google adds a private locked photos folder to iPhones for ‘personal’ photos
Google rolls out a slew of privacy-focused tools for Android and iOS in honor of Cybersecurity Awareness Month.
The best VPN for torrenting for 2021
A virtual private network is great for online privacy, but finding the best VPN for torrenting isn't always easy. These VPNs have your peer-to-peer needs covered.
Here’s how I tracked down the people selling my data, then stopped them
Shady online data brokers collect and sell your personal information without your permission. But with the right software tools, you can stop them
NordVPN has the best VPN deal you can shop today — SAVE $225!
Want to protect your browsing history and preserve your anonymity! Check out this NordVPN deal that saves you over $200!
Will Google ever lose its throne as king of search? Here are its main contenders
Google has been the king of search for decades and has worked hard to keep competitors down. But there's a small group of startups that refuses to back down.
Which smart security cams are serious about privacy? We’ve ranked them all
Indoor security cameras boast a variety of features. We put some of the most popular models to the test to see which take security and privacy more seriously.
How to set up a VPN
Take a look at our step-by-step guide detailing how to set up a VPN in both MacOS and in Windows 10 using the default tools built into the operating system.
Should Big Tech pay you for your data? It’s possible, but also problematic
There are a handful of companies on the web that aim to give you control of your data, and even pay you for it. But doing so could potentially cause issues
Your digital fingerprint is tracked everywhere online. Brave wants to change that
No matter how hard you try to remain anonymous, websites can often determine who you are using a technique known as fingerprinting. Brave wants to change that.
Which apps share your data the most?
Data privacy concerns keeping you awake? We look at what data apps are really collecting, what they're doing with it, and which apps keep your data private.
How to stop your emails from being tracked, and preserve your privacy
Did you know that your email can be tracked using what is known as an image pixel? We'll show you how to keep your email private and secure your digital life.
What is Incognito Mode?
While Incognito Mode does remove your web history and cookies, it also has its limitations; especially when it comes to others seeing your browsing history.
Google Nest Hub teases radar tech as the future of smart home privacy
Radar tech can measure the number of occupants in a space with more accuracy than motion sensors and has the potential to be the future of the smart home.
How to secure your Wi-Fi network
It's more important than ever to keep your work and home networks safe from prying eyes. We'll show you how to secure your Wi-Fi network so you can rest easy.
How to increase your privacy and security in Zoom
Worried about Zoom's privacy and security concerns? Learn how to stay safe while using the videoconferencing service with software updates and settings changes.
What’ll happen to your WhatsApp account if you don’t agree to new privacy policy
WhatsApp has revealed what will happen to the accounts of users who don't agree to its controversial new privacy policy by the May 15 deadline.
Google has an ingenious plan to kill cookies — but there’s one big drawback
Cookies are a privacy nightmare for all of us, but Google's plan to eradicate them could cause just as many problems as it solves.