Kate Quinlan
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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Web Hosting Types Explained: Find the One That Fits Your Online Business
A solid hosting service keeps your ecommerce store fast, secure, and always online. This guide explains the different web hosting types and the best business use cases.
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How To Host a Website: From Choosing Your Platform to Registering Your Domain
In our step-by-step guide, learn how to host a website. We cover the process, including whether to choose WordPress or an all-in-one provider to host your ecommerce site.
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What Is Web Hosting, and How Does It Work for Ecommerce Websites?
We explain what web hosting is, break down the different types of web hosting services available, and explore which may be best for your ecommerce business.
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How To Stop Pop-Up Ads on an Android Phone: Do Ad Blockers Work?
Learn 6 tested methods to stop pop-up ads from appearing on your Android device.
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How To Get a Fake Email Address — And Why You Should
Learn how to protect your privacy by masking your real email address.
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How to Watch the MLB All-Star Game 2026 From Anywhere
Learn how to watch the MLB All-Star Game 2025 as well as all the All-Star Week events live on cable, through your favorite streaming platforms, or from abroad.
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The Cheapest Website Builders for Ecommerce 2026
The cheapest website builders to get your ecommerce site up and running include Wix, Hostinger, IONOS, Square Online, and Squarespace. But some offer better long-term value than others.
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The Safest Email Providers in 2026
No one wants their email address leaked in a data breach or their info used for unwanted marketing. These email services will ensure your content remains yours.
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Does Your Phone Have a Virus? Here’s How To Check for Mobile Malware
Learn how to spot mobile malware’s warning signs and follow these clear steps to clean and protect your device.
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FastPeopleSearch Removal: How to Delete Your Personal Info and Protect Your Identity
Whether you want to opt out once or make your privacy permanent, here’s how to get your information off FastPeopleSearch.
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How NordVPN Meshnet Helped Transform Your Streaming, File-Sharing, and Gaming
NordVPN Meshnet was a secure way to connect multiple devices. It was used for gaming, streaming, file sharing, and more.
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How To Watch FIFA Club World Cup 2026 From Anywhere: Stream Every Match Free
Want to watch all 63 matches of the FIFA Club World Cup 2025 live and free, from anywhere in the world? Here’s where to stream, including the schedules and channels.
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4 Simple Ways To Get a Fake IP Address
Need a fake IP address to safeguard your privacy, bypass censorship, unblock streaming, and more? We’ve got you covered with these 4 simple methods for obtaining a new IP address.
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How to Change Privacy Settings on X (Formerly Twitter): View Sensitive Content Automatically
X automatically provides sensitive content warnings, but you can change these settings in a few steps. Here's how to enable or disable NSFW content on your smartphone or desktop.
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Proton Pass Review 2026: A Robust Password Manager from a Digital Privacy Leader
Proton Pass, offered by the digital security company behind Proton VPN, rivals our other top-tested password managers, but with one notable drawback. Here's what we found.
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Why Digital Privacy and Security Experts Are Concerned About the Take It Down Act
TIDA criminalizes the online distribution of nonconsensual intimate imagery, including AI deepfakes. Here’s why the new law poses concerns for digital rights groups and others.
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Is Apple Pay Safe? Yes, Here's Why
Apple Pay utilizes various forms of encryption to secure your payment, but that doesn't mean the mobile payment system can protect against human error or scams.
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Install a VPN on Your School Computer, Even if It’s Blocked
Your school-issued device might ban VPNs, but that doesn’t mean you won’t be able to use one. Our guide explains how to install and use a VPN on school laptops.
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Is Your VPN Safe? Learn How To Pick the Good From the Bad
A virtual private network can keep your online data safe and internet activities private, but you need to know how to spot the top products from the scammers.
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Does a VPN Really Protect You on Public Wi-Fi?
Did you know that public Wi-Fi isn’t secure? We’ve tested the best VPNs to show you what you need to stay safe online.
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UltraAV Review 2026: Is This Kaspersky Alternative Good?
For U.S. users, UltraAV automatically replaced Kaspersky Antivirus after the ban. But our testing revealed some surprising differences from its predecessor.