privacy

Video streaming is gaining momentum among children, and here’s what might be wrong about it.

Rumor has it that typing “BFF” as a Facebook comment checks your profile security. We investigate the claim.

Even very popular apps display ads using third-party code, which can transmit personal data unencrypted.

Find out if your smartphones, tablets, and laptops are coming between you and your loved ones.

The European Commission’s proposed ePrivacy Regulation takes effect in May 2018. Why is it a battle — and who is fighting for what?

Harmless toy or a way to phish for personal data?

We investigate how couples often neglect privacy — and the consequences.

Browser extensions are handy, but they can also be really dangerous. Here’s what can go wrong and what you can do about it.

Do border agents have the right to search your devices? How can you protect your data from searches at the border? We have 11 tips covering this topic.

The Skygofree Trojan comes with a powerful array of spyware features, some unique — like turning on audio recording by geolocation and stealing private messages.

Facebook sends so many notifications that sometimes it’s tempting just to turn them off. We tell you how to do it — or how to adjust them so they don’t take over your life.

Google’s new E-Screen Protector prompts users when prying eyes are on their smartphone screen. Is this technology useful?

The dangers of online dating apps on work devices

Websites are logging your clicks, keystrokes, and more

Attackers pretending to be acquaintances asking for money — the story is old, the approaches new. We show you how to avoid the e-bait.

Want to protect your intimate photos from ever going public? Facebook has a suggestion: Upload them yourself!

Take our quiz and find out if your online dating activity is likely to come back and bite you.

This week’s Transatlantic Cable podcast dishes on a hacked plastic surgeon, unsafe dating apps, new forms of 2FA, and more.

We are used to entrusting dating apps with our innermost secrets. How carefully do they treat this information?

Hello friend. Do you know how to protect yourself?