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.
- Online Privacy
- Data Security
- Cookies
- GDPR/CCPA
- Web Hosting
- Web Building
- AI App Builders
- Cloud Storage
- Parental Controls
- VPNs
- Streaming
- Online Scams
- Social Media
- BA in Professional Writing from Kutztown University
Mac or PC: PC
Android or iPhone: iPhone
Kate's Latest Articles
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Aura Parental Controls vs. Norton Family 2026
Aura’s bundled parental controls are a nice addition to its identity theft plans, but Norton’s standalone parental control app offers monitoring, surveillance, and location services to help keep your kids safe online and offline.
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The Best VPNs With Port Forwarding 2026
Our top picks for VPNs that support port forwarding include Proton VPN, Private Internet Access (PIA), and PureVPN. Here's why.
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The Best VPNs for Sweden 2026
Discover the top VPNs for Sweden: NordVPN for unparalleled security, Surfshark for budget-friendly security solutions, and ExpressVPN for lightning-fast streaming.
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Cord Cutting: More Than Half of Americans Cut Cable or Streaming Services in 2025 Due to Rising Costs
All About Cookies surveyed 1,000 people to see how many have cut the cord on traditional TV services, the streaming services they use instead, and more.
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Aura Antivirus Review 2026: Is It the Ultimate Cybesecurity Suite?
Aura packs plenty of features into its security suite, giving you antivirus protection, identity theft coverage, crediting monitoring, and even providing coverage for multiple devices and people.
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CactusVPN Review 2026: A Competitive VPN Service
CactusVPN combines robust security features and fast speeds with competitive pricing, but its inconsistent performance may not work for privacy-minded users.
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The Best VPNs To Watch Paramount+ 2026
Discover the best VPNs for watching Paramount+ and unblocking popular streaming services, all without compromising on security.
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Aura Parental Controls vs. Bark 2026: Non-Invasive Insights Into Online Behavior or Extensive Monitoring?
Bark covers all bases for parental control features, including location tracking, while Aura excels in offering unique, non-invasive insights into your child's online habits. Learn more.
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ID Resolve vs. LifeLock 2026
When comparing identity theft protection services like ID Resolve and Norton LifeLock, it matters what coverage you need — and which features actually work.
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ID Resolve Review 2026: Is It More Than a Restoration Service?
ID Resolve is billed as a complete identity monitoring system; we found it met some expectations while falling short on others — chiefly, the full functionality of features.
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How To Compress and Extract Files on Any Operating System
Compressing (zipping) and extracting (unzipping) files are easy ways to download and transfer large files. Learn how to compress and extract files on any device, whether on Windows, macOS, Android, iOS, or even Linux.
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How To Delete Your Google Search History
Your Google search history retains more of your data than you might expect, so learn how to clear your browsing data to protect your privacy and security.
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Most Secure Browsers: The Best Private Browsers of 2026
We’ve picked the top web browsers that are tailored for diverse privacy needs, from Opera's versatile functionality to Mullvad's focused tracking protection.
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NordVPN vs. Norton Secure VPN 2026: Standalone VPN or Security Bundle?
NordVPN and Norton Secure VPN both come from reputable names in security, but NordVPN offers advanced security and more features like torrenting and streaming support.
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AVG vs. TotalAV 2026: Why AVG Outperforms the Award-winning TotalAV
AVG offers a popular freemium antivirus program, but TotalAV is the budget pick if you’re considering a premium plan. Here's our comparison of AVG and TotalAV, evaluating their performance, features, pricing, and more.
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Identity Guard vs. Allstate Identity Protection 2026: There’s a Clear Winner
Identity Guard and Allstate both offer identity theft protection, but Allstate Identity Protection offers more features than we’ve seen in other services.
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IDShield vs. Identity Guard 2026: Advanced Device Protection vs. Personal Protection
IDShield and Identity Guard both have a variety of features and price points, but the better fit for you depends on your unique needs. IDShield has got your devices covered, while Identity Guard offers more personal security.
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IDShield vs IdentityForce 2026: Can the Shield Stop the Force?
Both IDShield and IdentityForce can protect your personal information and help prevent identity theft, but deciding between IDShield’s bundled services and IdentityForce’s unique features comes down to what’s a priority for you.
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Norton 360 vs. AVG 2026: Premium Cybersecurity vs. Freemium Protection
Norton is a trusted name in cybersecurity, while AVG is known for its surprisingly high-quality free antivirus protection. Both offer solid antivirus coverage with different features and price points.
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Aura vs. IdentityForce 2026: Which Gives the Most Bang for Your Buck?
Both Aura and IdentityForce are — no pun intended — forces to be reckoned with when it comes to offering robust identity theft protection. However, Aura offers more for less.
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Best Antivirus with Firewall Protection 2026
A firewall is part of a strong security stack that can be the difference between a hacker targeting you or moving along to someone else. The best antivirus software offers enhanced protection.