Recent Articles About Identity Theft Prevention

All About Cookies used FBI data to find out which states people are getting catfished most often, where they’re losing the most money to romance scams, and more.

Scammers are using PayPal to oust unsuspecting users out of money. Learn the signs of top PayPal scams and how to avoid them.

Figuring out how to read a credit report is important to protect your identity and to correct errors that could affect your credit score.

Venmo is a convenient way to send and receive money. However, you should be vigilant to avoid scams.

How can you get scammed on Airbnb? We cover the top trending Airbnb host scams and how you can avoid them.

By analyzing online shopping fraud complaints filed to the government, the All About Cookies team was able to see the states where fraud is the most and least common, how much scammers are getting away with, and more.

Got a package from Amazon that you didn’t order? It could be part of an Amazon brushing scam. Here’s what you need to know.

Losing your passport can make even the most experienced travelers panic. We offer step-by-step instructions to get your passport replaced and you back on the road.

The dark web has benefits for people looking for ultimate online privacy, but it also has criminals lurking around the corner.

Online security is a primary concern for most of us these days. If you want to keep your online banking safe, you can use specific steps to do so, and we can show you how.

Identity theft protection services can help you protect yourself from identity theft. Here are the benefits and why you should invest in protection services.

Think you’ve been caught in a net of catfishing scam? We’ll show you how to avoid getting hooked in this article about the most common dating scams.

'Tis the season to be wary. Learn about the 10 most common Black Friday and Cyber Monday scams and the best ways to keep safe.

Radio frequency identification crime abounds according to many sources on the internet, but is it a real threat to the average person? Find out the truth and if you need an RFID wallet in this article.

According to new data, certain cities in the U.S. are bigger targets for telemarketing and scam calls.

If you think your password is enough to provide all the security you need for your online accounts, you may want to rethink your position. Here’s a look at how authenticator apps work and why you may want one.

Home title theft is a risk, but you can protect against it by keeping your identifying information secure.

Your text messages are an opportunity for cybercriminals to trick you into a scam. Learn more about smishing and how to stop yourself from becoming a victim.

A credit freeze is a helpful tool in preventing criminals from opening new credit accounts in your name. Here's how to freeze each credit bureau for free.

Identity theft is a concern for everyone these days, including children. Learn how child identity theft happens, what signs to look for, and what to do if your child’s identity is stolen.

Hackers use synthetic identity theft to create new fake identities and open accounts in your name or to take out loans. Here's how to protect yourself from synthetic identity fraud.