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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The Best Free VPNs for Android 2026
Review our best picks for free VPNs for Android and explore the pros and cons of using a free VPN.
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The Best VPN Free Trials 2026
Explore the best VPN free trials of 2026 — from NordVPN's iron-clad security features, through ExpressVPN's lightning-fast speeds, to CyberGhost's industry-leading extended trial — and find the perfect fit for your online privacy needs.
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Bitdefender VPN vs. NordVPN 2026: Budget-Friendly vs. Feature-Rich
Explore how Bitdefender VPN's straightforward features and affordability stack up against NordVPN's extensive features and robust performance, tailoring your choice to your specific online needs.
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AVG vs. McAfee 2026: Can a Free Antivirus Solution Beat an AV Titan?
In the battle between AVG vs. McAfee antivirus software, the decision lies in what features and performance aspects fit your individual needs.
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What Is a Random Password Generator and Why Should You Use One?
It’s important to create strong passwords, and using a random password generator is a simple way to increase digital security.
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How a VPN Can Help You Avoid NBA League Pass Blackouts
Explore the world of unrestricted NBA streaming by learning how to effectively use a VPN to bypass League Pass blackouts and enjoy every live game.
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How To Deactivate Facebook Messenger
Thinking about deactivating your Facebook Messenger account? We’ll show you how.
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What Is an SSID and What Does It Do?
Find out why an SSID (AKA your Wi-Fi network name) is important to your network security and learn some tips on how to locate your SSID.
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VeePN Review 2026: Is It the Best Basic VPN?
While the basics worked well with VeePN, we struggled to get some features to work correctly or even at all.
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Can Installing New Antivirus Software Remove Existing Viruses?
Your computer has a virus, but your antivirus program is outdated — or worse — you don’t have protection. Will installing new antivirus software remove your existing virus? This article will explain how antivirus software does and doesn’t work.
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Is Crypto.com Safe? A Crypto Exchange Security Review
Explore our in-depth analysis of Crypto.com's security features, user responsibilities, and best practices to ensure your crypto trading experience is as secure as possible.
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Despite Security Concerns, More Than Half of Internet Users Watch Bootleg Streams [Survey]
All About Cookies surveyed 1,000 people to find out what kinds of content they stream, how many use less-than-legal means to stream, and more.
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10 House-Buying Scams: How to Keep Yourself Safe
House-buying scams are on the rise. In this article, we show you the red flags and how to avoid becoming a victim of a house-buying scam.
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The Best Password Managers for Seniors 2026
Some password managers are easier to use than you think, but you may feel overwhelmed trying to find which is the right one for you. We’ll help you choose the easiest password manager to use that doesn’t skimp on security.
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The Dark Side of Email: The 7 Worst Email Providers for Online Privacy
Popular email providers aren’t perfect when it comes to safeguarding user privacy; here we uncover the top alternatives for secure spam-free communication.
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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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Public Wi-Fi Safety: 1 in 4 People Have Experienced a Security Issue From Browsing on Unsecured Networks
All About Cookies surveyed people to find out how often they use public Wi-Fi networks, how safe they feel using it in different places, and how many have been hacked.
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Hogo Privacy Defense Review 2026: Can Hogo’s Helpers Protect My Data?
Hogo’s data protection services provide a fun way to search for your private information online and request removal.
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What Are Crypto Pump-and-Dump Scams?
Learn the mechanics of a crypto pump-and-dump and how to avoid being a victim of these scams.
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DeleteMe Review 2026: How Well Can You Disappear?
After repeatedly testing DeleteMe, we found that it provides an easy and convenient way to remove your personal information from across the internet. But is it the best data removal service for the price?
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How To View Your Saved Passwords on Any Device [2026]
Here are step-by-step guides to finding your saved passwords, no matter which device you're using.