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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: 23 Mar'26
Facts checked by Jasna Mishevska

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 Kids Hack Screen Time: 6 Ways Parents Can Stop Them in 2026

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: 14 Sep'26

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: 29 Jun'26
Facts checked by Igor Kurtz

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: 04 Oct'26
Facts checked by Jasna Mishevska

U.S. Data Privacy Laws in 2026: State and Federal Laws That Protect Your Data

The U.S. labels itself as the leader of the free world, so it might be surprising to learn how little it does to protect its citizens’ right to privacy. This article will guide you through the U.S. data privacy laws — including both federal and state legislation — that aims to protect the data privacy rights of U.S. citizens.

By Aleksandar Kochovski & Samuel Chapman — 23 May'22 Last Updated: 30 Apr'26
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99 Free Data Protection Tools for 2026: Online Privacy at No Cost

Trackers, malware, spyware, ads, search engines – there is no shortage of software that aims to grab as much of your user data as possible. These free privacy tools can help you prevent that.

By Andrej Hadji-Vasilev — 15 May'22 Last Updated: 20 Oct'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: 05 Sep'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