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.
- VPNs
- 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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What Are Pop-Up Ads? (And How To Block Them)
Pop-up ads could contain malicious code that downloads malware to your device. Here’s how to block pop-up windows on your browser and protect your data.
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How to Download Files Safely from the Internet
At some point, you’ll need to download files for any number of reasons. Here’s how to know if a download is safe or not.
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10 Tips for Protecting Your Identity on the Internet
Cybercrime could cost you, but there are ways to fight online identity theft.
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Learn How to Encrypt Your Emails
Do you want to protect your outgoing emails to ensure better privacy? Learn how to encrypt your emails and keep your data safe.
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8 Social Media Safety Tips and the Safest Social Media Apps in 2026
Avoid becoming clickbait — stay up to date with the latest social media scams and safer social media apps alternatives.
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Kaspersky Antivirus Review 2026: Is This Russian-Based Software Safe?
Discover the pros and cons of Russian-based Kaspersky and see if it’s worth the hype or a major security risk.
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What Is a Computer Virus and Should You Worry About It in 2026?
As technology gets more sophisticated, you may think a computer virus is a thing of the past, but they may be more worrisome today than ever before.
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Does Your Computer Have a Virus? Here’s How To Tell
Do you know the signs to look for in case you get a computer virus? These are the things you should check for to make sure your device isn’t compromised.
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How To Get Rid of Viruses: 3 Steps to Find and Remove Viruses From Your Computer
An infected computer is stressful, but here's a step-by-step guide to get rid of viruses.
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How To Get Your Name Off Spam Email Lists for Good
Getting rid of the junk in your inbox frees up some space for more important emails. We’ll show you how to do it in this easy-to-follow article.
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What Is an IP Address?
IP addresses establish your presence on the internet, somewhat like your home address. Here’s what to know about keeping your IP address safe to maintain your privacy.
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Are Tracking Cookies Stalking You on the Web?
Learn how internet ads figure out what you like or do by tracking your web browsing activity, and how to avoid them by blocking third-party cookies.
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How To Change Your Privacy Settings for a Safer Online Experience
If you haven’t checked your privacy settings, you could be exposing more data than you would like. Here’s how to update your settings across operating systems and devices to stay safe.
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How To Disable Cookies on Firefox: Windows, Mac, Android, and iOS
Disabling cookies is a default setting for Firefox, but you can take your online privacy a step further by also blocking third-party cookies and trackers.
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How to Clear Cookies in Google Chrome (Step-by-Step Guide)
When you use Google Chrome, it saves information from the websites you visit. Clearing these files, called cookies, may fix some of your computer issues. Here's how.
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How To Enable and Disable Cookies on Safari
Want to prevent trackers from using cookies and website data to find out where you go online? We’ll show you how to enable or disable your Safari cookies in this easy-to-follow guide.
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How To Clear Cookies in Microsoft Edge [Step-by-Step Guide]
Learn all about how to manage cookies in Microsoft Edge, including how to clear the cache, remove your browsing history, and delete cookies.
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How To Manage Cookies in Your Opera Browser
If you’re new to the Opera Browser experience and want to manage cookies, this article’s for you. With a few pointers, you’ll be an Opera pro in no time.
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Complete Guide to Cookies and Where They're Stored
Web browsers use computer cookies to save information about your habits. So, where are cookies stored? We cover all you need to know about finding your cookies in this article.
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Should You Accept Cookies?
Computer cookies are essential to the modern web, but they're also a security risk. Here’s when you should and shouldn’t accept cookies.
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What Is a Web Beacon and Why Should You Care?
If you’re concerned about internet tracking, you’ll want to know how web beacons affect you.