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 authored and edited over 400 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 VPN Free Trials 2026
Compare the best VPN free trials of 2026: Surfshark's trial on every device, CyberGhost's 45-day money-back guarantee, and ExpressVPN's mobile trials.
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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 To Bypass NBA League Pass Blackouts With a VPN
What triggers a blackout, how long before the game unlocks, and how a VPN gets you the live stream.
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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? How To Find, Change, and Secure Your Wi-Fi Network Name 2026
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
We tested 30 password managers for seniors and rated them on setup, everyday use, and security. Here's the easiest one to use, and who each pick suits best.
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Is ChatGPT Safe? What OpenAI Keeps After You Hit Delete
ChatGPT logs your prompts, your device, and your location, and OpenAI uses your conversations to improve its models unless you turn that off. Here's what to keep out of the chat box.
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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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The Best VPNs for MLB.TV in 2026 (and How to Get Around a Blackout)
MLB.TV blacks out your local team no matter where you live. We tested NordVPN, Surfshark, and CyberGhost to get around it, and we'll tell you when a club package beats all three.
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Is Cash App Safe? What to Know Before You Send Money
Cash App’s security is strong, but payments are final, and refunds aren’t guaranteed. Here's where Cash App’s security falls short, and the scams to watch for before you send money.
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Where to Watch 'The Lord of the Rings' Movies in 2026
Stream "The Lord of the Rings" and "The Hobbit" movies on HBO Max, plus find out where to watch "The Rings of Power," Extended Editions, and more.
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X Account Suspended? Here’s What To Do Next (2026 Guide)
If your X (formerly Twitter) account is locked, limited, or suspended, these steps can help you get your account back in good standing.