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What Is GDPR? Meaning & Requirements of the General Data Protection Regulation in 2026

If you’re concerned about your personal data and privacy, understanding how the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) works is essential. Read on to learn what GDPR is and how it can benefit you. If you’re a business owner, we even have steps on how to become GDPR-compliant.

By Aleksandar Kochovski — 27 Apr'23 Last Updated: 22 Dec'25
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What Is Data Anonymization & De-Identification in 2026: Is It Truly Anonymous? 

Services that collect data of real-life people usually need to anonymize or de-identify that data in order to process, transfer or sell it. However, anonymization techniques are not always enough to keep someone from identifying an individual. This article discusses anonymization techniques, how they can be reversed and how you can protect yourself.

By Aleksandar Kochovski — 24 Apr'23 Last Updated: 03 Feb'26
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The 7 Best Parental Control App Options for 2026

Reliance on digital devices has become the norm these days. If you find your kids spending more time than they should on their gadgets, the best parental control app may be your solution. However, there are a lot of parental control apps with features that differ widely. If you're feeling confused, this guide just might help you choose.

By Eugenie Tiu — 14 Apr'23 Last Updated: 26 Feb'26
Facts checked by Jasna Mishevska

What Is Incogni? Review of Surfshark’s Data Removal Tool

Incogni is a data removal service from Surfshark that contacts data brokers on your behalf to get them to delete your data. If you’re wondering how it all works, keep reading for our explainer on what is Incogni and how you can use it to keep your data private.

By Aleksandar Kochovski — 08 Apr'23 Last Updated: 26 Apr'25
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Best Boxcryptor Alternative for 2026: Best File Encryption Software

If you are looking for the best Boxcryptor alternative, you are in the right place. In this article, we will discuss our top five picks of encryption software to replace Boxcryptor.

By Aniket Ketkar — 04 Apr'23 Last Updated: 26 Apr'25
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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: 31 Jan'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
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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

What Is the Trans-Atlantic Data Privacy Framework? 2026 Guide to the Privacy Shield Replacement

Cross-border data transfers are essential in the modern world, especially for global trade. However, letting data flow freely without binding safeguards and effective oversight is a huge privacy risk. This article looks at the Trans-Atlantic Data Privacy Framework and how it tries to solve this issue.

By Sapphire Fox — 20 Aug'22 Last Updated: 26 Apr'25
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Best Data Removal Service in 2026: Our Testing & Top Picks 

If you’re worried about how much of your personal data is floating around online, the best data removal service can help you take control. These tools make it easy to remove your data from broker sites that collect and resell your information. Read on to find out which services provide fast and easy data removal....

By Kate Hawkins — 24 Jul'22 Last Updated: 23 Feb'26
Facts checked by Igor Kurtz