Kate Quinlan

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  SpyX Review 2026: Does This Spy App Go Too Far for Parental Controls?

  SpyX is a spyware app that markets itself as parental control software. We tested the phone monitoring app to see if it actually works for parents. Here’s what we found.

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  How To Watch the PGA Championship From Anywhere

  The PGA Championship is a globally recognized event. Learn how to watch the complete golf tournament from anywhere worldwide this May 2025.

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  How To Watch the Indy 500 From Anywhere

  FOX has broadcast and streaming rights for the Indy 500 this year, and we’ve hunted down all the places where you can stream the qualifiers and final race.

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  Here’s How To Bypass the HBO Max Password-Sharing Ban [Tested 2026]

  We’ve tested all the top VPNs to find out which ones have the free and premium features to help you bypass the new HBO Max password-sharing ban. Learn how.

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  Microsoft Defender vs. Avast 2026: Is It Worth Upgrading the Free Windows Antivirus?

  Microsoft Defender and Avast both offer free tiers, so we tested them side by side to determine which is better and whether it’s worth upgrading your Windows antivirus.

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  The Best Screen Time App 2026

  If you’re looking for an app to help your child manage screen time, we recommend Bark, Qustodio, Norton Family, and FamilyKeeper. Here’s why these monitoring apps stand out.

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  What Is Vishing? How To Protect Against Vishing Scams

  Vishing calls can sound legitimate, but learning how to spot, prevent, and remediate them will help you avoid becoming a victim of these phishing identity theft scams.

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  How To Protect Yourself From Government Spying in 2026

  It’s not a conspiracy theory — the U.S. government does conduct mass surveillance of its citizens. Learn how to tell if you’re being spied on and how to protect your data privacy.

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  Canva Website Builder Review 2026: Great for Canva Users, Limited for Businesses

  Canva has been the miracle design tool for so many budding content creators, so we tested its web design feature to see if it’s just as intuitive.

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  uBlock Origin Lite vs. uBlock Origin 2026: Is It Time to Ditch Chrome?

  uBlock Origin was one of the best free ad blockers until Google removed it from the Chrome Web Store in favor of trackers. We tested to see if the Lite version is better.

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  TSA and Border Agents Can Search Your Phone, But What Are Your Rights?

  Concerned about your digital privacy when entering the U.S.? With increased device searches, it’s important to know your rights before agreeing to or refusing a search.

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  NordProtect Review 2026: Is Nord Security’s New Identity Theft Service Good?

  We tested NordProtect to see how its coverage, features, and identity monitoring compare to top providers like Aura and Norton LifeLock. Some of our results were surprising.

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  Easiest Website Builders 2026

  If you think building a website sounds daunting, try Wix, Hostinger, IONOS, Squarespace, or Shopify. We’ve tested all five firsthand and dive into which is the best to launch your ecommerce website.

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  How To Turn Off Chrome Notifications on Any Device (2026)

  Chrome notifications can be annoying, so we tested these step-by-step methods to disable them on all your devices.

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  Worried about a TikTok Ban? Here’s How To Use TikTok with a VPN (Tested 2026)

  We tested VPNs during and after the brief ban to see if we could still access TikTok with the IP-changing software. Here’s how to use a VPN with TikTok.

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  Is Pie Adblock Safe And Legit? Our Review (And Why We Were Surprised)

  Pie Adblock claims to block ads and pay you for the ads you do choose to watch, but is it legit? We tested the free ad blocker to see if it’s safe. Here’s what we found.

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  Top 3 Best Encrypted Messaging Apps to Protect Your Privacy (2026)

  Meta has dominated the messaging app space, but there are more secure apps that don’t share your data, track your activity, or put your privacy at risk.

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  How To Watch the NHL Playoffs From Anywhere: No Skating Around the 2026 Schedule

  No matter where you hang your jersey, you can catch every NHL playoff game from anywhere by checking out our guide on where to stream with or without cable.

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  How To Watch the NBA Playoffs From Anywhere: Be Courtside from Your Couch

  No matter where you watch from, you can catch all the NBA playoff games through the Finals in June if you have the right streaming service.

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  What Is Android System SafetyCore, and Why You Should Delete It

  Android System SafetyCore was installed on Android 9+ devices without user consent, so here’s what it is and how you can get rid of this invasive app.

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  Was Your Browser Hacked? How To Remove Browser Hijacking Malware

  Browser hijacking can slow down your computer and internet, serve you spammy ads, and make your online experience terrible. Here’s what you can do to fix the problem.