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Does Your Phone Listen to You? Yes, and Here’s What You Can Do About It
In a digital-dominated world, users of common technology like smartphones are understandably concerned about their privacy. What can individuals do to control their smartphone privacy?
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How to Delete Your Social Media Accounts
If you’ve thought about going off the social media grid for a bit, there are easy ways to make it happen. We go over the steps for deleting several social media sites in this article.
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How To Browse Online Without Anyone Knowing
Here’s how a VPN, secure browser, encrypted email, and other tools can help protect your anonymity while browsing the internet.
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How to Get Your Name Off Spam Email Lists for Good
Getting rid of the junk in your inbox frees up some space for more important emails. We’ll show you how to do it in this easy-to-follow article.
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Learn How to Encrypt Your Emails
Do you want to protect your outgoing emails to ensure better privacy? Learn how to encrypt your emails and keep your data safe.