Kalleigh Lane
Kalleigh Lane is the Managing Editor of All About Cookies, where she leads editorial strategy and sets quality standards for AAC's full content library. With seven years of professional editing experience across cybersecurity, tech, and finance, she oversees everything from product testing methodology and onboarding to editorial integrity and emerging verticals like video and social.
At AAC, Kalleigh has edited more than 100 articles spanning VPNs, antivirus software, ad blockers, identity theft protection, password managers, and data privacy. She developed testing guidelines for every product category on the site, designed the star rating system used to evaluate and rank products, and established the quarterly retesting process to keep AAC's recommendations current and repeatable.
She has personally tested all types of products on the site, with extra emphasis on VPNs, ad blockers, and parental controls on Android and PC, and has shaped AAC's approach to translating complex regulatory frameworks — from GDPR to CCPA — into clear, actionable guidance for everyday readers.
Before joining AAC, Kalleigh developed the VPN rankings vertical at moneyGenius.ca from the ground up, building the category's editorial framework and evaluation criteria. Her approach to product evaluation is informed by a technical foundation that goes beyond editorial: she has completed college-level coursework in computer science and has hands-on experience building and configuring her own systems — a context that sharpens how she assesses the performance and protection claims security products make.
Kalleigh holds a Bachelor of Arts in English Literature from Mount Allison University and a Master of Arts in English Literature from the University of Toronto. She has been quoted by CTV News, The Globe and Mail, Winnipeg Free Press, and WCOS TV, and regularly follows the FTC and EFF to stay current on the regulatory and advocacy landscape shaping digital privacy.
When she's not building spreadsheets, you'll find Kalleigh gaming or listening to BTS with her husband and cats on the East Coast of Canada.
- CTV News
- The Globe and Mail
- Winnipeg Free Press
- VPNs
- Antivirus
- Ad Blockers
- Parental Controls
- Data Security
- Online Privacy
- Social Media
- Cookies
- GDPR/CCPA
- Master of Arts in English Literature from University of Toronto
- Bachelor of Arts in English Literature from Mount Allison University
- Mac or PC: PC
- Android or iPhone: Android
Kalleigh's Latest Articles
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Holiday Scam Statistics: Keep Your Information Safe This Holiday Season
Staying vigilant and avoiding holiday scams online can take work, but it's worth the effort to keep your data safe.
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Ad Blockers on YouTube: 336% Spike in Ad-Blocker Demand Following YouTube Crackdown [Data]
Since YouTube declared war on ad blockers, users have been scrambling for new ways to avoid advertisements. We polled 1,000 YouTube users to find out what they’re doing now.
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Cookies Study: 1 in 4 Americans Blindly Accept Internet Cookies, But Most Don't Know What They Do
Most people click "accept" on cookie banners without knowing what they're agreeing to. Our survey found only 11% of respondents could correctly identify all the ways cookies are actually used.
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Avoiding Cybercrime Abroad: How Many International Travelers Are At Risk? [Survey]
All About Cookies surveyed travelers to see how many people are putting their data at risk while traveling abroad.
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Termly Review 2026: The Key to Uncomplicated Compliance?
Safeguard your small business from potential legal complications with Termly, an affordable, comprehensive, and user-friendly compliance solution.
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Who Practices Digital Safety Better, Mac or Windows Users? [Survey]
All About Cookies asked people which operating system they use and which security measures they take to see if Mac or Windows users are better at keeping themselves safe.
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Password Statistics: 82% of Internet Users Practice Dangerous Password Behaviors
All About Cookies surveyed 1,000 people to find out how people manage their passwords, if they reuse them, and what goes into creating them.
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Your State’s Top Twitch Streamer (And What They Do)
Whether you watch Twitch for the gameplay or the witty conversations, there’s a top streamer in each state, and yours might surprise you.
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How to Turn Off Notifications on Android: 4 Ways to Silence Notifications
Phone constantly buzzing? Here’s how to silence notifications on your Android device.
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Social Media in the Workplace: 1 Out of 3 Prefer Not To Connect With Co-workers on Social Media
All About Cookies surveyed 1,500 people to find out how they feel about connecting with their co-workers on social media.
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The Most Popular Rom-Com in Each State (And Where to Stream It) [2026]
We found out which romantic comedy is most popular in every state in the country. Is your favorite on the list?
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Iolo Antivirus Review 2026: Is It More Than Just Tune-Up Software?
Iolo antivirus features haven’t been widely tested, but the iolo PC tune-up kit is well-known and trusted.
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How to Cancel Your ExpressVPN Subscription In Four Steps
A step-by-step guide on how to cancel your ExpressVPN subscription, including information on refunds, alternatives, and FAQs.
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72% of Twitter Users Say $8 a Month is Too Expensive for Verification. Has Musk Messed Up?
Survey reveals Americans don’t think a pay-for-verification plan will lead to a better Twitter, but remain optimistic about Twitter’s future under Musk.
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[Survey] How Many Parents Favor a TikTok Ban?
All About Cookies surveyed 1,000 parents to find out how they feel about social media and the internet’s impact on their children, data privacy, and more.
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You'll Need a College Education to Read the Terms of Service for These Social Media Sites
All About Cookies evaluated the Terms of Service of 10 popular social media sites to find which are the hardest and easiest to read, which are the longest and shortest, and more.
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What Is CCPA? California Privacy Laws and How They Protect Consumers
Find out how California privacy laws protect consumers and what businesses must do to comply.
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Cookie Compliance Laws Explained: How To Write a Website Cookie Policy in 2026
If your website uses cookies, you may be legally required to tell visitors — and get their consent. Here's how compliance works around the world.
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How Do Cookies Provide Personalized Content?
Cookies can make your web experience one that's tailored just to you.
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How To Protect Your PC From Viruses and Malware
Learn how to avoid infecting your computer with malware with these online safety habits.
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How To Protect Your Computer From Viruses
Don't risk infecting your computer with viruses, worms, or Trojans. Here's how to protect yourself.