Kate Quinlan
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Kate is an Editor at All About Cookies. She has a decade of digital publishing experience and a background in EdTech. As a digital security expert, she leverages her passion for helping people to create authentic, well-researched content on a wide-range of digital privacy and security topics. In addition to writing and editing, she also conducts firsthand testing of various security software, from ad blockers to VPNs.
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.
Number one cybersecurity tip: Use unique, complex passwords! Weak passwords are the gateway to identity theft problems. All it takes is one data breach to give hackers access to your online accounts.
- Scams
- Phishing tactics
- Streaming
- VPNs
- Ad blockers
- Social media privacy
- Web hosting/building
- BA in Professional Writing from Kutztown University
Mac or PC: PC
Android or iPhone: iPhone
Kate's Latest Articles
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Password Boss Review 2025: An Underdog Password Management Solution
We tested Password Boss firsthand and think it delivers all the essential features of well-known password managers (and then some) at a very reasonable price. Overall, we recommend it for securing your passwords.
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SlickVPN Review 2025: Buyer Beware
SlickVPN claims its a safe, high-quality VPN, but the website is riddled with coding errors, and SlickVPN will accept your money without providing a viable VPN download — or a refund.
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The Best VPNs for CoD Warzone 2025
Looking to take your Call of Duty Warzone experience to the next level? Use one of the best VPNs for Warzone — like NordVPN, Surfshark, or PIA — to drop your lag time, protect your account from hackers, and get a VIP ticket to easy bot lobbies.
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The Best Free VPNs for Windows 2025
The best free VPNs for Windows, like PrivadoVPN and Proton VPN, safeguard your digital privacy, enhance internet security, and unblock streaming.
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Qustodio vs. Norton Family 2025: It Comes Down to Features vs. Security
Qustodio and Norton Family are both parental control services that offer you the ability to monitor the content your child views online. Qustodio offers more robust monitoring features, while Norton provides a more secure service.
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Bark vs. Norton Family 2025: Robust Monitoring vs. Comprehensive Web Filtering
It’s a close call: Norton is a top name in cybersecurity, but its parental controls don’t outperform Bark. Norton offers key features like web filtering, screen time limits, and location services, but Bark provides comprehensive monitoring across devices.