Does your state give you the right to force data brokers to delete your personal information? Can you find out what data companies have collected about you? Are data brokers even required to register in your state? The answers depend entirely on where you live. The United States has no comprehensive federal privacy law — … Read more
You’ve probably seen ads for VPN services everywhere — promising to make you “invisible online,” “protect your privacy,” and “keep hackers out.” But do you actually need one? And more importantly, does a VPN actually protect your privacy the way these companies claim? The honest answer: a VPN is a useful tool for certain situations, … Read more
You work hard to protect your kids in the physical world — car seats, bike helmets, supervision at the playground. But are you protecting their privacy online? Because right now, your children’s privacy may already be compromised in ways you don’t realize. Data brokers often list children’s names alongside their parents’ profiles. Your kids’ information … Read more
If you have elderly parents, you’ve probably already worried about them falling for a scam. Maybe they’ve already received suspicious calls from someone claiming to be the IRS, their bank, or even a grandchild in trouble. Maybe they’ve clicked a link they shouldn’t have. Maybe you’ve seen the statistics — Americans over 60 lost over … Read more
When someone Googles your name and finds your home address, phone number, and personal details on the first page of results — that’s a problem. And it’s a problem most people don’t know how to fix. The good news: Google actually has tools that let you request removal of results that display your personal information. … Read more
You get a phone call from someone claiming to be from your bank. They know your full name, your address, the last four digits of your account number. They say there’s been suspicious activity and they need to verify your identity to protect your account. You feel a wave of panic and start answering their … Read more
If you believe someone is stalking you online, your first instinct might be panic. But what you need right now is a clear plan. Online stalking — also called cyberstalking — is a serious crime, and the steps you take in the next few hours can significantly improve your safety. This guide provides the practical … Read more
Found your personal information on PeopleFinder? You’re looking at another data broker site that’s been publishing people’s names, addresses, phone numbers, and personal details for years — available to anyone who wants to search for you. This guide covers how to remove yourself from PeopleFinder, what to expect during the process, and why handling PeopleFinder … Read more
If your personal information is on Intelius, it’s probably on a dozen other sites too — because Intelius operates one of the largest networks of people search sites on the internet. When you opt out of Intelius, you’re not just dealing with one website. You’re dealing with an entire family of sites that share the … Read more
You just got an email saying a company you use was hacked and your personal information was exposed in a data breach. Maybe it was your email provider, a retailer, a social media platform, or your health insurance company. Your heart sinks. What now? First: don’t panic. A data breach notification doesn’t mean your identity … Read more