Kate Quinlan
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Kate is an Editor at All About Cookies. She has 8+ years of digital publishing experience as a content manager, developmental editor, and curriculum writer. She leverages specializations in EdTech and educational publishing to create impactful, well-researched content that aids learners of all ages.
With a degree in professional writing, Kate got her start overseeing communications and web management for community-based nonprofits. Accustomed to wearing many hats, she has helped independent authors, educational magazines, small businesses, and startups to craft meaningful content for print and digital media.
When not at her computer, Kate and her husband strive to adopt sustainable living practices. She loves 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 two pups (Riley and Olive), big black cat (Gizmo), and pet snake (Snakey).
- Scams
- Phishing tactics
- Streaming
- VPNs
- Ad blockers
- Social media privacy
- BA in Professional Writing from Kutztown University
Mac or PC: PC
Android or iPhone: iPhone
Kate's Latest Articles
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Here’s How To Bypass the Max Password-Sharing Ban [Tested 2025]
We’ve tested all the top VPNs to find out which ones have the free and premium features to help you bypass the new Max password-sharing ban. Learn how.
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Microsoft Defender vs. Avast 2025: Is It Worth Upgrading the Free Windows Antivirus?
Microsoft Defender and Avast both offer free tiers, so we tested them side by side to determine which is better and whether it’s worth upgrading your Windows antivirus.
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The Best Screen Time App 2025
If you’re looking for an app to help your child manage screen time, we recommend Bark, Norton Family, and FamilyKeeper. Here’s why these three monitoring apps stand out.
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What Is Vishing? How To Protect Against Vishing Scams
Vishing calls can sound legitimate, but learning how to spot, prevent, and remediate them will help you avoid becoming a victim of these phishing identity theft scams.
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How To Protect Yourself From Government Spying in 2025
It’s not a conspiracy theory — the U.S. government does conduct mass surveillance of its citizens. Learn how to tell if you’re being spied on and how to protect your data privacy.
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Canva Website Builder Review 2025: Great for Canva Users, Limited for Businesses
Canva has been the miracle design tool for so many budding content creators, so we tested its web design feature to see if it’s just as intuitive.