Online Privacy Guides

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

What Is Device Fingerprinting & How to Prevent It in 2026

Device fingerprinting is a technique used for collecting information on your device’s unique configuration and tracking your online behavior. This article will explain device fingerprinting, how it can be useful, how it could be harmful, and how you can avoid it.

By Aleksandar Kochovski — 06 May'23 Last Updated: 29 Jun'26
Facts checked by Vildana Bratic

Browser Fingerprinting Protection: How to Prevent Tracking in 2026

A browser fingerprint can reveal a lot of information about you. While websites need some of that information to provide basic functionality, browser fingerprinting poses a privacy concern due to the amount of data it collects. This guide to browser fingerprinting protection can help you stay anonymous online.

By Aleksandar Kochovski — 06 May'23 Last Updated: 11 Jul'26
Facts checked by Vildana Bratic

How to Avoid Online Scams in 2026: Black Friday & Other Frauds to Watch Out For

Online scams are rife during the holiday season, with scammers desperate to get hold of your information to access your bank account, Social Security number and other sensitive data. Though there are ways to boost your security, such as using 2FA and a top VPN to encrypt your connections, the best defense is knowing what...

By Kate Hawkins — 17 Nov'22 Last Updated: 22 Jun'26
Facts checked by Igor Kurtz

Ransomware as a Service: What Is It and How Does It Work in 2026?

Ransomware has been around since the 1980s, but beginning in 2016, a new business model emerged: hackers recruit affiliates and provide them with the ransomware payload needed to encrypt sensitive data, target critical infrastructure and extract ransomware payments from victims. Learn more about ransomware as a service in this detailed guide.

By Aleksander Hougen — 09 Oct'22 Last Updated: 28 Apr'25
Facts checked by Vildana Bratic

How to Bypass Screen Time Restrictions in 2026: 6 Ways Kids Bypass iOS Parental Controls

Apple screen time is super handy for limiting what your child can do on their device, but what if they know how to hack screen time? They might have found a way to bypass the restrictions even after downtime kicks in. This guide will show you how to stop them.

By Sandra Pattison — 24 Aug'22 Last Updated: 06 Feb'26

10 Critical Abortion Privacy Tips: How to Protect Your Digital Data in the US in 2026

With state abortion laws in flux in the U.S. after Roe v Wade was overturned, it’s important to learn how to protect yourself online to cover your digital trail. These 10 critical abortion privacy tips help protect your right to privacy amid the abortion debate.

By Jackie Leavitt — 01 Jul'22 Last Updated: 11 Jul'26
Facts checked by Jasna Mishevska

Internet Safety for Kids: How to Keep Your Children Safe Online in 2026

The internet is full of wonderful and insightful information, but there’s also a nasty side. Predators, inappropriate websites and content, scams, cyberbullying and other dangers are never too far away. That’s why we’ve put together this guide on internet safety for kids.

By Sandra Pattison — 30 Apr'22 Last Updated: 24 Jun'26
Facts checked by Eugenie Tiu

What Is Cyber Insurance? A Basic Guide to Cyber Liability Insurance for 2026

Whether it’s cyber criminals gaining sensitive information, a network security failure or a data breach, chances are your regular business insurance won’t cover your losses. If you’re worried about a cyber incident, you’ll want to start looking around for a cyber insurance quote.

By Aleksander Hougen — 21 Mar'22 Last Updated: 26 Apr'25

Using an Air-Gapped Computer in 2026: Full Air-Gapping Guide

One of the most effective, though impractical, forms of cybersecurity is a so-called air gap. In this guide, we’ll go over what an air-gapped computer is and how you can set one up for yourself.

By Fergus O'Sullivan — 02 Mar'22 Last Updated: 20 Jun'26