Online Privacy Guides

How to Delete Facebook Forever in 2026: Ditching Social Media

Social media can have a toxic effect on mental health, and they let giant technology companies harvest tons of your personal information. With this in mind, you might want to delete your Facebook account, so we’ve put together this guide on how to do it.

By Aleksander Hougen — 23 Apr'24 Last Updated: 21 Jun'26

What Is Browser Hijacking? How to Remove It in 2026

A browser hijacker, also known as a browser redirect virus, is malicious software that manipulates a user’s web browser settings without their consent. Browser hijacking forces the browser to redirect to unwanted (and potentially dangerous) websites, impacting the victim’s online safety and privacy. Most browser hijackers come in the familiar form of suspicious toolbars, bundled...

By Aleksandar Kochovski — 28 Mar'24 Last Updated: 15 Oct'26
Facts checked by Jasna Mishevska

Dark Web vs Deep Web: What’s the Difference and How Do They Work in 2026?

The terms “dark web” and “deep web” are often conflated and used interchangeably, mainly because the former is part of the latter. As you’ll learn in our comprehensive dark web vs deep web guide, the deep web encompasses websites that are hidden via non-indexing, paywalling and password protection, whereas the dark web only comprises non-indexed...

By Samson Kiarie — 11 Mar'24 Last Updated: 28 Jan'26
Facts checked by Alison Spedale

What Is Ransomware? 2026 Guide on Types, Variants, Protection Tips & More

According to Cybersecurity Ventures, ransomware resulted in global financial costs of $20 billion in 2021. 2 This figure is expected to grow to $42 billion in 2024 and $265 billion by 2031, indicating that ransomware will remain an online security threat for years. In this guide, we will answer the question, “What is ransomware?” and...

By Samuel Okoruwa — 11 Mar'24 Last Updated: 26 Apr'25
Facts checked by Jasna Mishevska

What Is the Dark Web & How to Access It Safely in 2026

The dark web is part of the hidden web, which comprises non-indexed websites that are mostly used for illegal and illicit activity. If you have heard your peers or colleagues throw this term around and are wondering, “What is the dark web?,” this guide is for you.  We’ll discuss how the dark web works and...

By Samson Kiarie — 07 Mar'24 Last Updated: 18 May'26
Facts checked by Jasna Mishevska

How to Put Parental Controls on iPhone and iPad in 2026

Apple’s screen time feature includes some nifty parental controls, including filters and the ability to limit the amount of time your child can spend on certain apps or the device as a whole. If you’re wondering how to set up parent controls on iPhone and iPad, this guide has you covered.

By Sandra Pattison — 12 Jan'24 Last Updated: 24 Jul'26

10 Reasons Why Parental Control Is Important in 2026 and Reasonable Ways to Guard Your Child’s Online Activity

Social media and gaming companies have been successful in attracting their target audience to use and actively engage with the products they create. However, it becomes a problem when teens and children fall into the trap of too much screen time or when they become victims of cyber threats. If you’re noticing unusual behavior in...

By Eugenie Tiu — 11 Jan'24 Last Updated: 06 Feb'26
Facts checked by Jasna Mishevska

How to Track an IP Address for Free in 2026

You may want to know how to track an IP address for free for various reasons, such as checking the authenticity of a website or email, or getting details about a gaming server. While an IP address doesn’t reveal personal information directly, it can help uncover the real location of an online communication partner. You...

By Kate Hawkins — 09 Jan'24 Last Updated: 08 Sep'26
Facts checked by Igor Kurtz

What Is Zero Trust Security and How Does It Work in 2026?

The zero trust security model is a way to minimize both internal and external threats to company data by segmenting networks and controlling user access. If you’re curious to see how all of this works, read on for the full story about zero trust network architecture.

By Aleksandar Kochovski — 05 Jan'24 Last Updated: 26 Apr'25
Facts checked by Alison Spedale

How to Block Porn Sites With a VPN Blocker in 2023

Porn can be detrimental to children’s mental health. In addition, early exposure to porn may lead to sexual violence, sexism, objectification and other negative social problems. Read our guide to learn how to block porn to create a kid-friendly internet.

By Samson Kiarie — 24 Dec'23 Last Updated: 24 Jul'26
Facts checked by Alison Spedale