14 Photos You Should Carry with You at All Times—But Don’t
It's a little-used life hack, but your photo library can save you time and frustration by putting important information a quick finger scroll away.
I Fell For This Email Scam—And You Could Too
Even the most savvy among us can fall for a con and lose hundreds of dollars. I learned this first-hand...
3 Times You Should Never “Accept Cookies” on a Site
Cookies are everywhere online, but should you allow them into your browsing life?
This New AI Voice Scam Could Fool Anyone—Here’s How to Beat It
Criminals are using artificial intelligence technology in a scary new AI scam, but knowing the red flags can help you...
Facebook Marketplace Scams to Watch Out For
Buyer beware: Lots of scammers set up shop on Facebook Marketplace. Here's how to avoid falling victim to one.
The New Scams Canadians Are Falling For—And How to Avoid Them
Follow this expert advice to beef up your defenses against fraud and identity theft.
Facebook Messenger Scams Are on the Rise—Here’s How to Protect Yourself
Facebook Messenger scams are "rare," according to Facebook. Our experts say otherwise. Whichever is true, falling for one can be...
If You Get These Texts, Delete Them Immediately
Friends and family aren’t the only ones who text you. Scammers do too!
Secrets to Steal From People Who Never Get Hacked
Learn the best practices that stop cybercriminals in their tracks.
Cyber Security Secrets Hackers Don’t Want You to Know
Computer hackers have lots of tools to threaten your internet security, but these tips from cybersecurity experts can help protect...
Creepy Things Your Smartphone Knows About You
Between codes, passwords and location tracking, smartphones collect hoards of data on users. Here’s what you should know about everything...
Password Mistakes That Hackers Hope You’ll Make
Online security experts share the seemingly innocent habits that are putting your privacy—and even your finances—at risk.
Why You Should Never Call Back an Unknown Number
You could be opening the door to scammers.
How to Tell If Your Phone Has Been Hacked
Could cybercriminals be infiltrating your bank account or stealing your identity right now? Here’s how to find out if your...
Here’s What Hackers Can Do With Just Your Cell Phone Number
Scammers can use your phone number to impersonate, steal from, and harass you and others. Here's what to do if...
10 Online Scams You Need to Be Aware Of—and How to Avoid Them
Swindlers may be following your every tweet and post, looking for a chance to fleece you. Here’s how to confound...
If You Ever Hear This 4-Word Phrase When You Pick Up the Phone, Hang Up Immediately
Hint: You'll recognize this phrase from commercials.
Why You Need to Stop Commenting on Viral Facebook Memes
Those quizzes may seem like innocent fun, but giving away personal information leaves you vulnerable to hackers.
Identity Theft is on the Rise Across Canada—Here’s How to Protect Yourself
More than 35,000 Canadians are the victims of identity theft every year. Beef up your security with these five strategies.
Why You Should Never Charge Your Phone in Rental Cars
Protect yourself—and your information. Think twice about plugging your phone into a rental car.
13 Signs an Amazon Seller Can’t Be Trusted
Not all Amazon sellers deserve your trust or your business. Here are the smart steps you can take to avoid...
How to Delete 99 Percent of Your Digital Footprint
These are the steps you can take to erase your activity from the Internet's long memory.
Watch Out! Scammers Are Using the Coronavirus to Steal Your Information
Whenever there's a crisis, there are people who try to help—and some who attempt to take advantage of the situation...
I Got Scammed on Facebook—Here’s What I Learned
I thought I knew better than to fall for a Facebook scam—until I actually did.
This Hacking Horror Story Is a Warning to Take Online Security More Seriously
Think you could never be targeted by hackers? This frightening story will change your mind—and serve as a valuable lesson...
7 Alarming Things a Hacker Can Do When They Have Your Email Address
Once a hacker has access to your email, they can access a lot more of your information. Here are some...
“I Thought They Were Going to Kill Me”: How an Elderly Woman Was Defrauded of Her Life S...
The shocking fate of Veronika Piela, a Montreal woman defrauded of her life savings, is symptomatic of a larger problem....
How One Canadian Con Artist Swindled His Way Into the Jet-Set
Armed with effortless charm and an uncanny ability to fabricate his own life story, Albert Rosenberg was able to swindle...
A Global Network of Scammers is Targeting Older People—Here’s How to Avoid Becoming a Victim
Internet crimes are on the rise, and the organized crime gangs perpetrating these scams are often far beyond the reach...
Meet the Investigators and Scientists Fighting Food Fraud in Europe
Food fraud is big business across Europe—and it kills. But investigators are turning up the heat on the gangs behind...
This Is Why You Should Never, Ever Link Your Phone Number to Your Facebook Account
It could be a big mistake.
