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How To Lock Your Social Security Number

Aug 20, 2024 By Ashley D'Andrea In Keeper
To lock your Social Security number (SSN), you first need to either contact the Social Security Administration or use your E-Verify account to self-lock it. It is necessary to lock your SSN when you suspect that it has been stolen and used to commit fraud or identity theft. If you notice suspicious activity in your bank accounts, missing mail or mistakes in your tax returns, you might be a victim of identity theft and should lock your SSN immediately.
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QR Code Scams You Should Be Aware Of

Aug 20, 2024 By Ashley D'Andrea In Keeper
A Quick Response (QR) code is made up of black and white pixels, designed for someone to scan with their camera to access links, contact information and more. Some common QR code scams you should be aware of include QR codes on parking meters, unexpected package deliveries, phishing emails, restaurant menus or unsolicited text messages. One study in October 2023 found that 22% of worldwide phishing attacks used QR codes to spread malware.
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Random but Memorable - Episode 13.3: Social Media Bad Habits with Tracy Chou from Block Party

Aug 20, 2024 By 1Password In 1Password
How can we reimagine social media to make it safer for everyone? Tracy Chou is on a mission to do just that. Join Block Party founder, Tracy Chou, as she sits down with Roo to share her thoughts on privacy in an always online world and what led her to create Privacy Party: A tool that's reshaping the way we use social media and giving power back to the user. We also unpack all the latest cybersecurity news in Watchtower Weekly, and admit all of our embarrassing security habits in #Ask1Password. ️
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How To Protect Sensitive Data

Aug 19, 2024 By Ashley D'Andrea In Keeper
The best ways to keep your sensitive data safe include using strong passwords for each of your online accounts, backing up your data regularly and investing in a password manager. Your data is important and should be protected to reduce the risk of identity theft and other cyber threats. Continue reading to learn what is considered sensitive data, how to protect your sensitive data and how Keeper can help.
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Remote Browser Isolation (RBI) vs Virtual Private Networks (VPNs)

Aug 19, 2024 By Teresa Rothaar In Keeper
The main differences between Remote Browser Isolation (RBI) and Virtual Private Networks (VPNs) are the type of user activity they secure and the way in which they secure it. While RBI protects users against web based threats by providing privacy and security through isolating browsing activity from the user’s device and network, VPNs encrypt data and mask the user’s IP address for all internet traffic. This article will examine these differences in more detail.
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Password Management for Educators

Aug 16, 2024 By Ashley D'Andrea In Keeper
Educators create many passwords for accounts in both their personal and professional lives. Password management is crucial for educators, not only to keep track of their professional passwords but also to separate those from their personal passwords. Teachers need a reliable place to store passwords for many online accounts, applications and programs, no matter which grades or subjects they teach. Read more to learn why password management is essential for teachers.
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Are E-Gift Cards Safe?

Aug 15, 2024 By Ashley D'Andrea In Keeper
E-gift cards can be safe to buy; however, there are some risks you should consider before purchasing them. Some cybercriminals will buy e-gift cards with stolen payment information and then resell them to others for a profit. Because e-gift cards require little to no personal information, cybercriminals can get away with scamming people with e-gift cards. Continue reading to learn more about the risks of using e-gift cards and how you can avoid being scammed.
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Are "iPhone Hacked" Pop-Ups Real?

Aug 14, 2024 By Ashley D'Andrea In Keeper
As you’re browsing the internet on your phone, you encounter a pop-up message saying, “Your iPhone has been hacked!” The message claims your device has been infected with malware. Is this message even real? No, pop-ups claiming that your iPhone has been hacked are not real. These kinds of pop-ups are scams that cybercriminals create intending to scare you into clicking them. After you click on these pop-ups, malware can start downloading on your device.
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