Catherine McNally
Catherine McNally is an editor at All About Cookies with more than a decade of experience in digital publishing, content strategy, and editorial quality across technology and internet security. In her time on the team, she has overseen editorial accuracy and standards across nearly 400 articles.
Before joining All About Cookies, Catherine served as Senior Writer and Editorial Lead for Internet & Gaming at Reviews.org and HighSpeedInternet.com (Clearlink), where she developed consumer-facing rating methodologies and editorial frameworks for technology product reviews in a directly adjacent vertical.
Catherine holds a B.A. in Journalism and Mass Communication from the University of Minnesota–Twin Cities and an M.B.A. in Project Management from Amberton University. Her journalism training grounds her approach to accuracy and sourcing, while her project management background informs the editorial workflows she has overseen across All About Cookies' highest-traffic security verticals.
Her writing has appeared on Reviews.org, HighSpeedInternet.com, and BetterUp. She is based in Salt Lake City, Utah.
- VPN
- Antivirus
- Internet & Networking
- Identity Theft
- Online Privacy
- Password Managers
- Data Security
- Cookies
- B.A. in Journalism and Mass Communication from the University of Minnesota Twin Cities and an M.B.A. in Project Management from Amberton University
Catherine's Latest Articles
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How To Identify Employment Identity Theft and What Steps To Take
Employment identity theft uses your personal data for jobs, unemployment, and tax fraud, so what can you do to protect yourself?
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What Is Pirated Software, and Can You Really Get in Trouble Using It?
Using software you didn’t pay for or didn’t pay the full amount for seems innocent enough, but it can have some long-term consequences that simply aren’t worth it.
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Aura vs. LifeLock 2026: Robust Features vs. Maximum Insurance Premiums
Aura offers robust features that span all of its plans, while LifeLock offers more identity theft insurance than any other service. Learn about our firsthand experience testing both identity protection services.
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Port Forwarding for Beginners: Beginning To Understand This Connection Protocol
Port forwarding allows you to seamlessly connect to other devices or create an open channel to your own device when you aren’t home, but it can also make you a target for hackers.
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How to Safely Remove a Hacker From Your Phone
Cell phone cyberattacks are on the rise, with 33.3 million attacks in 2024 alone. Here’s how to safely and quickly remove a hacker from your phone.
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How Whitelisting Can Improve Your Online Security
If you want better security, and you should, you need to use whitelisting. In this article, we will show you what it is and why you need it.
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How To Get Rid of TikTok Ads (For Good) in 2026
Learn how to stop TikTok from using your behavioral data for annoying ads.
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How To Run an Antivirus Scan to Check for Malware
If you want to know how to run an antivirus scan for the best threat protection, you’re in the right place. We’ll show you the simple ways to do it no matter your device.
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The Best Free VPNs for Torrenting 2026
Discover the best free VPNs for torrenting. Whether you prioritize blazing-fast connections, seamless streaming, or ironclad security — our top picks have you covered.
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Best Antispyware Software 2026: Which is the best spyware remover for you?
An antivirus with antispyware features can protect you from constant surveillance.
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How To Remove Trojans: The Right Antivirus Software Is the Key
A Trojan horse infection takes its name from the Greek myth because of its trickery. But unlike the ancient soldiers, you don’t have to be left devastated.
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Avast vs. McAfee 2026: Near Tie Between Strong Contenders
McAfee leads the way with robust premium plans and up to unlimited device coverage, while Avast offers a reputable free version or a beginner-friendly antivirus suite to help you get started.
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The Best Antivirus Software for Linux 2026
Uncover the best antivirus software for Linux-based systems and servers, providing strong cybersecurity tools favored by small to midsize businesses.
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CyberGhost vs. Private Internet Access 2026: Which VPN Steals the Spotlight?
Dive into our in-depth comparison to determine whether CyberGhost’s user-friendly and streaming-optimized features triumph over PIA’s family-friendly and expansive server network.
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CyberGhost Security Suite Review 2026: Is This Suite Armed With Security?
CyberGhost Security Suite raises the bar for internet security, combining a VPN, antivirus, privacy safeguards, and a software updater in one package.
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IVPN Review 2026: Can It Stand Against the Competition?
IVPN has specialized security features in a VPN that doesn’t log anything you do on the internet.
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Bitdefender VPN Review 2026: A Surprising VPN With Lots of Features
Bitdefender offers a surprisingly well-rounded VPN that comes with features and capabilities seen in VPNs at twice the price.
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Intego Antivirus Review 2026: A Top-Rated Mac Antivirus
If you’re a Mac user and want an antivirus tailored specifically to macOS, you should check out Intego.
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StrongVPN Review 2026: Simplified VPN With Missing Features
While StrongVPN can get the job done, there may be better solutions for your needs.
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Is ChatGPT Safe? What You Need to Know About Its Data Harvesting
ChatGPT is an AI tool that offers an infinite number of applications, but what are its pitfalls, and what should you know to use this tool safely?
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LifeLock vs. Discover Identity Theft Protection 2026: Can Discover's Basic Plan Stand Its Ground?
Discover ID Protection offers identity monitoring for cardholders, while LifeLock features more advanced monitoring across plans. Here's how they compare.