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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Experian IdentityWorks Review 2026: Testing a Credit Bureau-Provided Service
Learn how Experian IdentityWorks can help protect you from identity theft and fraud while insuring you with up to $1 million in identity theft insurance.
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The Best VPNs for Canada 2026
We tested several VPNs to find the best streaming options for Canada. Find out why NordVPN, Surfshark, and ExpressVPN made our list.
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Surfshark Antivirus Review 2026: Your Cybersecurity Lifeguard
Discover Surfshark Antivirus’ comprehensive protection and features and find out if it's the right cybersecurity solution for you.
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8 Biggest Snapchat Scams of 2026 and What To Do About Them
Dive into Snapchat’s biggest scams so you know how to avoid them.
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How To Secure Twitter Without Paying for a Subscription
Twitter is now charging for SMS-based two-factor authentication. We’ll show you how to keep your Twitter account secure without paying for a subscription.
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How To View Your Saved Passwords on Any Device [2026]
Here are step-by-step guides to finding your saved passwords, no matter which device you're using.
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PrivadoVPN Review 2026: Private, Fast, and Cheap
PrivadoVPN unblocks Netflix, provides fast speeds, and has super affordable prices. But is it too good to be true? Learn the pros and cons of PrivadoVPN in our comprehensive review.
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Is DuckDuckGo Safe? Why You Should Use This Private Search Engine
DuckDuckGo is one of the most private and transparent search engines available and has multiple features available to give you back your online privacy.
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How To Change Location on Android Easily and Safely
Whether you're looking for more privacy or unblocking geographically-locked streaming, there are a few simple ways to change the location on your Android devices.
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How To Cancel Proton VPN (and Get Your Money Back)
Heads up: While Proton VPN has a 30-day money-back guarantee, you may struggle to get a cash refund if you cancel after the initial 30 days.
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LifeLock Review 2026: Is It Still Tried and True?
Our testing proves that LifeLock is easy to use and provides loads of helpful features, including highly-rated apps, financial monitoring, and up to three bureau-credit monitoring.
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IDnotify Review 2026: Is This Identity Protection Worth the Price?
IDnotify is a trustworthy service that won’t sell your data, but there aren't a lot of extras.
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How To Use a VPN on Playstation to Game Anonymously
Become an anonymous online gaming ghost by using a VPN on your PlayStation console.
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Is WhatsApp Safe to Use? Everything You Need to Know
WhatsApp is one of the most popular messaging apps in use today. With over a billion people using it worldwide, the app is a prime target for security risks. We’ll review what you need to know about protecting yourself while enjoying this app.
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The Fastest VPNs 2026
ExpressVPN, NordVPN, and Proton VPN are the fastest VPNs for streaming, gaming, and torrenting. Discover how they offer speeds so quick you can vanish like a ghost in the shell.
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The Best VPNs for Small Business 2026
Find out why NordVPN is the best overall VPN for small businesses, Surfshark is the most affordable, and ExpressVPN is designed for home-based businesses.
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How To Cancel Your Surfshark VPN Subscription
Before you cancel Surfshark, read about free versus paid VPN services.
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What Is Two-Factor Authentication? (And Why You Should You Use It)
No one wants the fallout of an online security attack. Two-factor authentication may be the tool you need to avoid a data breach.
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PrivacyGuard Review 2026: Who Is It Best For?
Ransomware and hackers have opened up the door to widespread data and identity theft, but services like PrivacyGuard vow to help you keep it safe.
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NordPass Review 2026: Safe, Secure, and Full of Features
NordPass has been around since 2019, but its clean design and plentiful features are appreciated now more than ever.
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How To Cancel Your NordVPN Subscription in Just a Few Simple Steps
We’ll show you how to cancel your NordVPN subscription easily and conveniently.