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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The Best VPNs for Binance 2026
If you’re looking for a way to trade crypto but live in the U.S., NordVPN, Surfshark, and CyberGhost can unlock Binance.com. Here’s what to know.
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How to Make TikTok Safer for Kids in 2026
TikTok claims to care about user’s safety, but no one cares as much about your children as you do. We’ll show you how to help make TikTok safer for kids.
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Your Email Was Hacked, Here's How To Fix It
If you’ve been hacked, take a breath and read our article to find out how to jump into action and re-secure your account.
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What Is Latency and How Does It Affect My Internet?
Your internet's performance is affected by more than just upload and download speeds. Find out what latency is and how it plays a pivotal role in determining your online experience.
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Privacy Badger Review 2026: A Free Privacy Tool That Blocks Trackers
Privacy Badger is a privacy tool that aims to block invisible trackers and protect your online privacy, but it's not as strong as traditional ad blockers.
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Loan Fraud 101: What You Need To Know To Protect Yourself From Scammers
Loan fraud takes many forms — from scammers stealing your identity to fake lenders chasing upfront fees. Here's how to protect yourself.
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Cracked Security: Why a Cracked VPN Could Cost You
It might be tempting to use a cracked VPN if you’re in need, but there are legitimate alternatives that won’t leave you worse off than when you started.
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12 Legit Ways to Bypass Paywalls [Tested 2026]
From popular suggestions to hidden gems, we tested dozens of methods to get past paywalls. Here are the 12 that worked.
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Aura Identity Theft Protection Review 2026: More Than Just Identity Protection
From our testing, Aura is very much worth it thanks to a full kit of identity protection and online security tools.
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Is Discord Safe for Kids? A Comprehensive Parent’s Guide
Discord is a popular chat app that allows users to meet and bond over shared interests. But before their child logs on, parents should know the risks and safety procedures to keep them safe.
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Enpass Review 2026: Great for Offline Storage
Enpass is an offline password manager that might provide more secure storage but lacks certain security features.
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What Is the Tor Browser? A Beginner’s Guide
Everything you need to know about what the Tor browser is and how you can use it safely today.
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How To Hide Your Browsing History and Protect Your Privacy
Learn who can see your internet browsing history and how to hide it from prying eyes.
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The Streaming Experience: Are People Watching New Content on Streaming Platforms?
Streaming habits can be as personal as fingerprints and may even reflect your mood and viewing preferences. So tell us, are you a tried and true superfan or curious for new content?
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Signal vs. WhatsApp: Which Protects Your Privacy More?
WhatsApp and Signal both offer secure messaging via end-to-end encryption. However, when it comes to safety, security, privacy, and data-sharing, Signal comes out on top as the better choice.
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The Best Identity Theft Protection for Seniors 2026
Your personal information doesn’t just live on the dark web — data brokers collect and sell your data to sites all over the internet. But these user-friendly identity protection services for seniors can monitor and protect your identity.
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How To Use Safari Private Browsing (And Why You May Not Want To)
Discover the ins and outs of Safari Private Browsing, its limitations, and alternatives to keep your information secure while browsing the web.
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How To Hide Your Phone Number With Anonymous Calls or Text Apps
To truly remain anonymous in your communications, educate yourself on the latest technology. We'll show you how to make anonymous calls and text in this guide.
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Top Walmart Scams: Online Walmart Shoppers Beware
Learn how to identify top online Walmart scams, how Walmart scams work, and what you can do to protect your money – and identity.
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Telegram vs. WhatsApp: Which Messaging App Should You Use?
WhatsApp and Telegram are heavy-hitting competitors in the pro-privacy instant messaging space, but which is best for your communication needs?
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Bitdefender vs. Malwarebytes 2026: Bitdefender Is Best (But Not by Much)
You know having antivirus protection is a no-brainer, but you may not know which one is better for your needs: Bitdefender, with its perfect security scores, or Malwarebytes, with its premium features.