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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iTop VPN Review 2025: What's The Catch With This Free VPN?
iTop VPN offers secure protection at an affordable price, and its no-logs policy sets it apart from other VPNs with free plans.
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Net Nanny Review 2025: Does This Outdated Parental Control App Still Hold Up Today?
After testing Net Nanny on our own devices, we found the parental control app offers essential features like content filtering, screen time management, and location tracking, but isn’t as user-friendly as others in the market.
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The Best VPNs for DraftKings Sportsbook 2025
DraftKings Sportsbook is a popular platform for online sports betting and daily fantasy sports competitions, but you may want to use a VPN to make sure your personal information stays private and secure.
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Was Your Amazon Account Hacked? How To Tell
Amazon account hacks are definitely real, but how do you know if you were really hacked or if it was just a social media hoax?
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Don’t Get Tricked by These Steam Wallet Gift Card Scams
Steam is an online game platform where you can purchase, download, and even create video games. Learn about the popular Steam gift card scams and how you can safeguard your digital wallet — and identity.
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How to Avoid Falling for Google Chat Scams
Google Chat scams: Learn the telltale signs to protect your identity and avoid becoming a victim of these popular phishing scams.