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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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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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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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Your computer has a virus, but your antivirus program is outdated — or worse — you don’t have protection.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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Editor's Choice ID Theft Awards: Here Are the Best Identity Theft Protection Tools of 2025
I independently tested 18 identity theft protection services on my own data and think Aura, LifeLock, and Identity Guard top the list with the best features and value. Here's why.
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Editor's Choice VPN Awards: Here Are the Best VPNs of 2025
In our first-ever Editor’s Choice VPN Awards, we explore all of our tried and tested VPNs to name the best of the best.