Kate Quinlan
Kate is an Editor at All About Cookies. She has a decade of digital publishing experience and a background in EdTech. As a digital security expert, she leverages her passion for helping people to create authentic, well-researched content on a wide-range of digital privacy and security topics. In addition to writing and editing, she also conducts firsthand testing of various security software, from ad blockers to VPNs.
When not at her computer, Kate, along with her husband, strives to adopt sustainable living practices. Together, they love to learn about and build homesteading skills (organic gardening and food preservation), experiment with vegan cooking (replacing mac and cheese is impossible), and dote on their lively daughter.
Number one cybersecurity tip: Use unique, complex passwords! Weak passwords are the gateway to identity theft problems. All it takes is one data breach to give hackers access to your online accounts.
- Scams
- Phishing tactics
- Streaming
- VPNs
- Ad blockers
- Social media privacy
- Web hosting/building
- BA in Professional Writing from Kutztown University
Mac or PC: PC
Android or iPhone: iPhone
Kate's Latest Articles
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Keeper vs. 1Password 2025: Is It Worth Paying More for Best-in-Class Security?
Keeper Password Manager offers excellent security, but 1Password is probably a better choice for most users. Learn why in our comparison of pricing, features, and more.
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Best SiteGround Alternatives 2025
SiteGround is a best-in-class web hosting service, but it comes with a premium price tag. For business owners who don’t need managed hosting, here are our top SiteGround alternatives.
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SiteGround vs. Bluehost 2025: Can Bluehost’s Prices Beat SiteGround’s Premium Experience?
Bluehost and SiteGround: Affordability on one side, some of the fanciest features on the other. Which is right for your business? We're here to help you find out.
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Total Password Review 2025: Do the Features Match the Price?
Total Password is a decent password manager, but it ultimately fails to deliver enough value to justify its high price tag. Learn about our complete testing experience.
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The Best Bluehost Alternatives 2025
Namecheap provides similar features to Bluehost, but at a lower price. InMotion is better for resource-heavy sites, while DreamHost’s entry-level plan has more storage.
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The Best Web Hosting Services of 2025
We’ve tested the best web hosting services and recommend Hostinger for beginners, IONOS for budget-conscious users, and Bluehost for WordPress sites. Learn why.
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The Best Web Hosting Services for Small Businesses 2025
Choosing the best web host for your small business site can be tricky, but we're here to help. Our top three choices will give you a good head start.
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How To Bypass Age Verification in Australia (Tested 2025)
Here’s our expert guide for beginners on Australia’s new age verification laws, how they work, and how to bypass AU-only restrictions while protecting your privacy.
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Bark vs. Life360 2025: Smarter Monitoring or Safer Driving?
Bark leads in digital monitoring for families focused on online safety, while Life360 stands out for real-world tracking and driver alerts.
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Namecheap vs. Bluehost 2025: The Steak Knife or the Swiss Army Knife?
Bluehost wins for feature-rich hosting across multiple sites, but Namecheap's EasyWP is ideal for beginners focused on one WordPress site.
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The Best Black Friday Web Hosting Deals 2025
Choosing the right web host is an essential part of site ownership. These Black Friday web hosting deals offer some of the best discounts you’ll see all year.
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HostGator vs. GoDaddy 2025: Flawless Victory, But For Which Host?
HostGator is best for users who want staging environments, thorough security, and a free CDN. GoDaddy might be appealing if you prioritize NVMe storage for database-heavy sites.
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SiteGround vs. GoDaddy 2025: Goliath vs. Slightly Bigger Goliath
Can SiteGround's premium service stand up to GoDaddy's behemoth of (relative) market share? If you’re not sure which is the best value for your site, we break it all down for you right here.
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DreamHost vs. Bluehost 2025: Which WordPress Host Bundles the Most Value?
Bluehost wins on value with its included staging, CDN, and security features, which DreamHost lacks. But DreamHost offers dream support and a comparable web hosting experience.
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Black Friday Software Deals 2025: Best Discounts On Cybersecurity Bundles
If you’re shopping for complete digital protection, Black Friday and Cyber Monday are the best times to save on software bundles from the top names in cybersecurity.
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The Best Parental Controls for Teenagers 2025
Finding the right monitoring app for your teen isn't easy. But we recommend Aura for unintrusive monitoring, along with Qustodio, Bark, and Norton Family.
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Hostinger vs. SiteGround 2025: Where Should You Host Your Business Website?
Having trouble deciding whether to go with Hostinger or SiteGround? We can help you choose where to host your website with our expert comparison of both services.
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Namecheap vs. GoDaddy 2025: A Tight Race With One Clear Value Winner
Namecheap delivers excellent performance at honest prices, ideal for small businesses and bloggers. GoDaddy costs significantly more but excels at security and AI tools.
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Life360 Review 2025: A Smarter Take on Family Location Tracking
Life360 is a location-tracking app that prioritizes safety, especially while driving. It's designed to keep families and groups connected. Learn more about its pros and cons.
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NordPass vs. Bitwarden 2025: Which Should You Trust With Your Passwords?
Your online accounts are only as secure as your passwords. We compare NordPass, the #1 password manager, with Bitwarden, a highly-rated open-source password vault. Learn more.
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GoDaddy vs. Bluehost 2025: Reliable Uptime or Better Value?
Bluehost wins on value with multi-site support, more storage, and lower pricing, while GoDaddy offers reliable guaranteed uptime for high-stakes ecommerce sites.