Steph Trejos
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Steph Trejos is a Senior Product Testing Editor at All About Cookies, equipped with a B.A. in English and in Media/Communications Studies. With over five years of professional writing experience, she has established herself in the cybersecurity realm, specializing in anti-financial crime topics such as money laundering, terrorist financing, and cyberthreats.
In her role, she edits various content, spanning topics like VPNs, antivirus software, password managers, scam prevention, and more. She has been featured in ACAMS Today.
When she’s not editing, Steph enjoys watching movies and exploring new places to eat.
- ACAMS Today
- VPNs
- Identity Theft
- Antivirus
- B.A. in English Literature and Media/Communications from Florida State University
- Mac or PC: Both
- Android or iPhone: iPhone
Steph's Latest Articles
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Best Antivirus Deals for Christmas 2026 — Save Up to 70%
Whether you’re giving a new device for the holidays or shopping for your own antivirus subscription, take advantage of sale prices before you ring in the New Year.
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Best VPN Deals for Christmas 2026 — Save Up to 88%
A VPN is the best way to keep your online activity private, so snag one of these top VPNs before the holiday sales go back to the North Pole.
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Avast Antivirus Review 2026: Is It Worth It?
Avast is more than just free antivirus. It's a security suite with advanced ransomware and phishing protection, a budget-friendly price, and perfect third-party test scores. Learn why Avast is a top-rated antivirus solution.
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How To Log In to Your NETGEAR Router
Logging in to your NETGEAR router isn’t as complicated as it seems, and being able to do so allows you to customize your privacy settings and increase security for your home network.
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Is the Verizon Digital Secure App Right for You?
As non-Verizon customers, we tested out Verizon’s Digital Secure app and discovered its benefits. We’ll also share alternatives you might think are even better.
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How To Watch WNBA Games From Anywhere
Discover which platforms you can use to watch WNBA games with our step-by-step guidance.
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Wipr vs. Adblock Plus 2026: Better Test Scores or Better Price?
Wipr is designed for Apple users and has a low one-time fee, while Adblock Plus works across multiple platforms and offers free as well as paid plans.
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Wipr vs. uBlock Origin 2026: The Battle of the Cost-Effective Solutions
Wipr and uBlock Origin both offer strong ad blocking protection, but each offers unique benefits. Learn more about our experience testing both.
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Wipr vs. AdGuard 2026: Which Is the Best Blocker?
Wipr is a simple ad blocker that will improve your browsing, while AdGuard may appeal to you for its broad coverage and premium plan options. We’ll analyze their features in this ad blocker comparison.
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Is Kaspersky Safe?
Kasperky’s ties to its Russian-based parent company are the reason it’s being banned in the United States. Why is it such a big deal, and what steps can you take next?
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Wipr vs. 1Blocker 2026: Two Standout Products for Apple Users
Both Wipr and 1Blocker are designed for Apple. Wipr is better if you need something easy to set and forget, while 1Blocker is better if you want more features and customization. Learn more about our experience.
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LifeLock vs. IdentityIQ 2026: Which Service Provides Better Protection?
LifeLock and IdentityIQ help protect you from identity theft and provide restitution services if your identity is stolen. But which one will work best for you?
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TotalAV vs. Kaspersky 2026: A Head-to-Head Comparison
Kaspersky is tied to national security issues, but it’s still a high-performing antivirus. On the other hand, TotalAV is budget-friendly and includes extras like a password manager and an ad blocker.
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Norton vs. Aura Antivirus 2026: Can a Vintage Antivirus Stand Up to a Newcomer?
Norton and Aura antivirus solutions look similar on the surface but a few key differences will help you decide what you need in your security provider.
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Norton vs. Trend Micro 2026: Norton Has the Inside Track
Norton and Trend Micro provide a robust suite of trustworthy security features, but Norton edges ahead because of its VPN and firewall.
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TotalAV vs. Malwarebytes 2026: Comprehensive Security or Fast Scanning?
TotalAV is ideal for those seeking comprehensive, user-friendly protection while Malwarebytes is best for users who prioritize fast, efficient malware scanning.
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Norton vs. Avira 2026: Security Suite or Affordable Antivirus?
Both Norton and Avira have proven themselves to be great antivirus solutions, but one offers more features while the other is more affordable.
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Total Adblock vs. Adblock Plus 2026: Which Adblock Takes the Win?
Between Total Adblock and Adblock Plus, Total Adblock takes the victory for superior ad and tracker blocking, enhanced antivirus software protection, and perfect test scores.
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Total Adblock vs. AdGuard 2026: Premium Security or Better Device Coverage?
Total Adblock has stronger security credentials and features, but AdGuard provides parental controls and more device coverage.
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AdLock vs. AdGuard 2026: Which Has the Edge?
AdGuard is more affordable and has unique features, while AdLock keeps your privacy in mind.
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Can Someone See Your Internet History If You Use Their Wi-Fi?
Wi-Fi owners can see more than you might think. Learn how to keep your data private.
