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How to Encrypt Android Devices in 2026: Securing Your Phone

We all know about the importance of online security, but the fact remains that your phone is as likely to be stolen as hacked. In this article, we show you how to encrypt your Android devices so even if you lose it, your data is safe.

By Aleksander Hougen — 03 Jul'21 Last Updated: 26 Apr'25

What Is AES Encryption & How Does It Work in 2026? 256-bit vs 128-bit

When researching various types of software, AES encryption is often listed as a feature. What is AES encryption exactly, and how does it work? Read on as we explain the Advanced Encryption Standard, the most commonly used encryption protocol in the world.

By Aleksander Hougen — 23 May'21 Last Updated: 26 Apr'25

The Best LastPass Alternative in 2026: The King Is Dead

LastPass long reigned supreme as the best free password manager on the market. However, that’s all changed with the recent updates to its free plan. Read on to find the best LastPass alternatives.

By Aleksander Hougen — 11 Apr'21 Last Updated: 28 Apr'25
Facts checked by Jasna Mishevska

How to Encrypt Text Messages in 2026: Private Messaging

Learning how to send a secure text message may seem like it should take forever and be really complicated. However, with the wealth of apps now available for Android and iOS phones, anyone can do it.

By Sapphire Fox & Branko Vlajin — 21 Mar'21 Last Updated: 04 Aug'25

How to Clear Cookies on Android in 2026: House-Cleaning

As you browse the web, information about where you’ve been and what you’ve done can stick around on your device. These bits of data are cookies, and this guide will show you how to clear them on Android phones.

By Sapphire Fox — 22 Feb'21 Last Updated: 26 Apr'25

How to Delete Your WhatsApp Account in 2026: Scorched Earth

Deleting WhatsApp from your device may seem like it should be as easy as any other app. However, if you want to stop Facebook from holding onto your data, you’ll need to read on and learn how to delete your WhatsApp account entirely.

By Sapphire Fox — 15 Feb'21 Last Updated: 26 Apr'25

What is Perfect Forward Secrecy? A Guide for 2026

When browsing for security solutions, be they VPNs, password managers or encryption programs, you'll have come across the term perfect forward secrecy. In this guide, we show you what it means, how it works and how it benefits you.

By Aleksander Hougen — 16 Jan'20 Last Updated: 26 Apr'25

Best Identity Theft Protection: Best-Rated Services in 2026

We live in an age of encroaching scams and cybercrime, as illustrated by the latest identity theft statistics. The best identity theft protection services incorporate advanced features to tackle evolving threats. Features like dark web monitoring prevent the misuse of stolen identities before it happens, rather than just addressing the aftermath. Other apps focus not...

By Mindy Born — 12 Nov'19 Last Updated: 30 Jan'26
Facts checked by Simona Ivanovski

Mapped: Internet Freedom by Country in 2026

What Is Internet Censorship?  Internet censorship is when online content or services — such as social media platforms, adult content sites, VoIP apps, VPN apps and others — are banned or restricted in some way.  In some cases, censorship involves deleting online posts that spread hate or misinformation or that display a certain political or...

By Kit Copson — 29 Sep'19 Last Updated: 12 Mar'26
Facts checked by Simona Ivanovski

Endurance International Group: Enduring Web Host or Privacy Pirate?

Endurance International Group is for many an example of everything wrong with the web hosting industry. In this article, we look at the history of the company and its market position. We also shine a light on some very dark privacy policies.

By Jacob Roach — 29 Aug'19 Last Updated: 16 May'25