Kim Key

Think your phone is private? A look at over 5,000 app disclosures reveals the surprisingly sneaky ways big tech collects and profits off your data.

Stop using the same password everywhere. The top password managers we’ve tested create a unique and strong password for each of your online accounts and alert you to potential data leaks.

Before you reply to that message, follow these steps to make sure you aren't falling for a romance scam.

Wiping your device while in CBP custody can lead to felony charges. Here's what border agents are looking for—and how to legally protect your data before you fly.

Menstrual tracking apps collect far more than symptom logs—and that data isn’t as private as you think. Here's how to erase your trail without losing control of your reproductive health data.

Face ID and fingerprints are convenient, but law enforcement can bypass them much more easily than a passcode. Here's why you should go back to basics to improve your privacy and security.

A bad browser extension can be a security nightmare. If it's been hijacked by a bad actor, your personal data may be at risk. Here's how to nuke the add-ons you're no longer using.

At Black Hat, a hacker revealed how printing "adversarial patterns" on everyday clothing can poison facial recognition algorithms—no masks or electronics required.

Unveiled at Black Hat, Scam Buster is an open-source tool that turns the tables on social engineering.

Sorry to be the bearer of bad news, but your data has likely been exposed in a breach and put up for sale. I spoke to security experts for tips to minimize the chances of it being used against you.

When AI copycats steal real creators' faces and content, social platforms do little to help. I spoke with victimized creators and legal experts to figure out how we can actually protect ourselves, and what will make platforms like Instagram and YouTube take the problem seriously.

Before the briefings even begin, we're digging into the most shocking cybersecurity discoveries and threats we'll be tracking on the ground next week.

Before you connect to your next airport or hotel Wi-Fi network, make sure you're using a reliable VPN to keep your personal data secure.

From phishing emails to fake job offers, scammers don’t wait for midterms—new students are being targeted from day one. I spoke with security experts to find out how to stay a step ahead.

Parenting in the digital age ain't easy. I’ve spent years reviewing security and privacy tools, and these are the habits every child should learn to stay safe without taking the fun out of being online.

Robocalls, scammers, and unknown callers make answering the phone a minefield. Good news! You don't have to put up with them. My tips will help you block 'em all.

Use one of the top free password managers we’ve tested to help you create and manage strong, unique passwords for every secure site.

You know those cameras you've seen pop up around town? They're not police cameras. They're run by Flock Safety, a private company that tracks way more than just your car's license plates. They know where you sleep, work, and shop.

Apple, Google, and Microsoft all offer free, robust, in-device solutions that balance kids’ freedom with parents’ ability to monitor them online. Our in-depth comparison will help you find the right app for keeping your kids safe on the internet.

Parenting styles run the gamut and so do the features in parental control and monitoring utilities. These services can help your child navigate the internet safely.