Kate Quinlan
Kate Quinlan is a Senior Editor at All About Cookies with more than a decade of experience in digital publishing, editorial quality systems, and hands-on product testing. She has edited over 370 articles for AAC and oversees content across a broad range of digital security and privacy verticals — from VPNs, ad blockers, password managers, and parental controls to web hosting, cloud storage, and AI app builders — personally testing dozens of products on both PC and iPhone.
At All About Cookies, Kate leads new content production and specializes in web building and hosting. Her coverage of emerging verticals, including AI app builders and cloud storage, reflects AAC's expanding scope, and she has established the editorial standards for evaluating these newer categories. She also contributes to researching, writing, and maintaining articles on cookies, privacy law, the GDPR, and other emerging data compliance topics. Her expertise has been cited in Fortune, where she commented on cookie tracking, surveillance pricing, and the limits of consumer opt-out tools.
Kate holds a B.A. in Professional Writing from Kutztown University, and her editorial background is rooted in building content quality at scale. Before joining All About Cookies, she served as Senior Content Manager at SuperSummary, an EdTech publisher, where she led a team of more than 150 writers and editors, developed the company's first comprehensive writer training program, and established quality assurance standards across a large content library. That foundation in editorial systems and quality enforcement directly shapes the standards to which every piece of content at All About Cookies is held.
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.
- Web Hosting
- Web Building
- AI App Builders
- Cloud Storage
- Parental Controls
- VPNs
- Streaming
- Online Scams
- Social Media
- Online Privacy
- Data Security
- Cookies
- GDPR/CCPA
- BA in Professional Writing from Kutztown University
Mac or PC: PC
Android or iPhone: iPhone
Kate's Latest Articles
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The Cheapest Domain Registration Services in 2026
Not all cheap domain registrars stay cheap at renewal. Here's how five of the best compare on price, renewals, and WHOIS privacy.
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Krispy Kreme Ransomware Data Breach: How to Claim Up To $3,500 and Protect Your Data
161,000 Krispy Kreme customers and employees had their Social Security numbers, card data, and more stolen in a ransomware attack. Here's who qualifies for the settlement and how to claim up to $3,500 before June 22.
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How To Start Vibe Coding With Base44: A Beginner's Guide to Building Your First App
I’ve built a few apps with Base44, one of the best no-code app builders. Here’s a step-by-step beginner's guide to vibe coding your first app using Base44.
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I Built a Budgeting App With Base44 — Here's How It Went
I built a functional app with a no-code app builder. Here’s a walkthrough of how I vibe coded my complex, multi-currency budgeting app with Base44 AI app builder.
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Unpaid Toll Text Scams Are Driving a $3.5 Billion Fraud Surge, the FTC Warns
Fake toll payment texts are now the fastest-growing government imposter scam in the U.S. Here's how to spot an unpaid toll text scam and what to do if you already clicked.
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Hackers Broke Into NYC's Hospital System for 3 Months and Stole Your Fingerprints
At least 1.8 million patients and employees were affected. Unlike a stolen password, your fingerprints can't be reset. Here's what to do.
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Your Therapist May Be Using AI to Record Your Sessions. Here's What Happens to That Data.
A growing number of therapists are using AI tools to record and transcribe sessions. The companies behind that technology now have access to some of your most sensitive personal data.
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How To Register a Domain Name in 6 Simple Steps
Find out how to pick, buy, and protect a domain name, including what it costs, how to get one free, and what to watch out for at renewal.
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Texas Sues Netflix for Allegedly Spying on Users and Kids, but the Streaming Giant May Just Be Part of a Much Bigger Data Machine
Netflix knows what you watch, when you watch it, and who's watching with you. Now Texas is suing over what the streaming giant allegedly did with that data.
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The Company Helping ICE Deport People Now Has Access to Your Health Records
NHS England gave a U.S. surveillance contractor unlimited access to your identifiable health records. Here's who they handed it to, and what you can do about it.
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The Best Cloud Storage Alternatives to Google Drive, OneDrive, and iCloud 2026
Proton Drive is the best alternative to Google Drive, OneDrive, and iCloud, but Dropbox and NordLocker are strong picks depending on your needs.
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Why 275 Million Student Records Are Still At Risk After The Canvas Hack Was Paid Off
The Canvas hack exposed 275 million student and teacher records. Instructure paid the ransom, but that's no guarantee the data is gone for good.
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Firefox Free VPN Review: Does It Actually Protect Your Privacy?
I ran speed, leak, and streaming tests on Firefox's built-in VPN to give you a straight answer on whether it's worth enabling and how it compares to top VPN providers.
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This New State Law Could Get You Blocked for Using a VPN
Utah's new age verification law holds websites liable for visitors using VPNs, and the compliance problem it creates affects every privacy-conscious internet user, not just people in Utah.
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Microsoft OneDrive Review 2026: The Best Cloud Storage for Microsoft Users?
OneDrive syncs fast and bundles Microsoft Office, making it a strong pick for Microsoft users, though you'll get less storage for the money than most competitors.
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Network Solutions Review 2026: One Login to Run Your Whole Business, But Is It Worth It?
Network Solutions is a smart pick if you need hosting, a CRM, and social media management under one roof. But for pure hosting value, others deliver more.
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5 Reasons the Vibe Coding Trend Is Here to Stay (And Base44 Is Proof)
The tools are better, the businesses are real, and the enterprise money has arrived. Here's why the vibe coding trend isn't going anywhere.
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What Is Global Privacy Control (GPC), and Why Should You Care?
Global Privacy Control (GPC) is a free, legally backed browser signal that tells websites not to sell your data. Here's what it does and how to enable it today.
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Google Drive Review 2026: Should You Trust Google With Your Files?
Google Drive is an affordable, easy-to-use cloud storage option that excels at collaboration — though it's not the best choice if privacy is a top priority. Learn why.
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How to Transfer a Domain Name in 7 Easy Steps (2026)
Learn how to transfer your domain with a minimum of fuss. We'll show you how to do it, what to look out for, and how to keep your data safe as you go.
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Aura vs. Guardio 2026: Is Browser-Only Protection Enough?
Guardio offers browser protection, email security, resolution services, and insurance. But Aura offers a total identity theft protection package, plus an online security suite.