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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The Best Free Credit Monitoring Services 2026
After testing Credit Karma, Credit Sesame, and Experian, we think Credit Karma offers the best free credit monitoring service. Here’s why.
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Deactivate or Delete Facebook to Help Prevent Identity Theft, Here’s How
If you decide it’s time to move away from Facebook, here’s how to delete your data so you don’t leave yourself open to scams, spam, and even identity theft.
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myFICO vs. Credit Karma 2026: Identity Protection vs. Credit Monitoring
When testing both services, we found myFICO’s free and paid plans were very different, while Credit Karma offered lots of features with some compromises.
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Is Bluesky Safe? As Its Popularity Rises, so Do Bluesky Scams (2026)
Bluesky offers social media users more control over their data and feeds than X or Facebook, but its lackluster verification and rapid growth have left it open to scammers.
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The Best VPNs for Privacy 2026
We've tested dozens of VPNs and think NordVPN, Proton VPN, and Surfshark are the best for privacy. Plus, these VPNs boast a long list of other features that make them perfect for keeping your data secure.
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Ready To Delete X (Formerly Twitter)? Here’s How
There are plenty of reasons why you may want to delete your X (formerly Twitter) account. Follow our step-by-step instructions to make sure all your data is really gone.
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True People Search Removal: How To Remove Your Personal Info and Prevent Identity Theft
Data broker sites like True People Search collect your public info and put it online for anyone to find. Learn how to delete your info and reclaim your data privacy.
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We Tested 15+ AI-Powered Web Builders: These Are the Top 5 AI Website Builders for Businesses in 2026
We tested 15+ website builders and found Wix, Hostinger, DreamHost, IONOS, and Squarespace to offer the best complete AI site builders. Learn which is right for your business.
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WordPress vs. Squarespace 2026: Content Creation vs. Ecommerce Ease
WordPress offered us tools for a beautiful blogging experience, but Squarespace stood out for being more versatile and geared toward online businesses.
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Wix vs. WordPress 2026: Ease of Use vs. Limitless Customization
We were impressed with Wix’s extensive AI tools and the customization WordPress offers. Our comparison highlights the best value for new or established website owners.
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How To Use WordPress: Quick Building Guide for Beginners (2026)
WordPress is super customizable but can be overwhelming for beginners. Use our 10-step WordPress tutorial to get started building your personal or professional website.
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The Best Free Website Builders (2026)
We tested Wix, Square Online, and WordPress to see which free web builder has the best features for different types of websites and online marketplaces.
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WordPress Review 2026: Is This Popular Platform the Best for Small Businesses?
We tested WordPress.com and found the platform great for blogging. But for startup ecommerce websites, we wouldn’t recommend the platform over other WordPress web builders. Here’s why.
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Experian vs. Credit Karma 2026: A Free Credit Monitoring Showdown
We tested Experian and Credit Karma’s free credit monitoring services and found that while Credit Karma offers many features, Experian is a better service overall. Here’s why.
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Credit Sesame vs. Credit Karma 2026: Top Free Credit and Financial Monitoring Services Compared
We tested these two popular credit monitoring services. Even though Credit Sesame offers premium credit-building tools, Credit Karma offers more features for free.
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The Best Credit Monitoring Services of 2026
Based on our firsthand testing, we think Credit Karma, Experian, and Aura provide the best credit monitoring services. Here’s why.
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Tired of Snapchat Ads? Here’s How To Disable or Block Unwanted Ads in 2026
There are 900+ million Snapchat users, and Snapchat ads run on a lot of harvested data. Learn how to disable or block Snapchat ads from your Chat feed.
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GoDaddy vs. Squarespace 2026: Only One Offers Diverse Features for Any Business
We built websites with GoDaddy and Squarespace, comparing prices, features, ecommerce tools, and more. Learn about our experience in this head-to-head comparison.
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Kickstart Your Online Business: 12 Ways To Make Money From a Website (2026)
You can make money from a website, but you need the right niche, tools, and strategy to become a successful online entrepreneur. Here are 12 ways to monetize an existing or new website.
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Shopify vs. Squarespace 2026: Pros, Cons, and What Works for Your Business
We tested both Shopify and Squarespace so you can decide which web builder is better for your ecommerce business. Here’s a side-by-side comparison of our experience.
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The Best Web Builders in 2026 [Tested]
We've tested over 20 popular website builders to determine the best for ecommerce. Wix, Hostinger, Squarespace, IONOS, Square Online, and Shopify are our top picks. Here's why.