Privacy and Identity Protection


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Privacy and Identity Protection

Breaking down Telegram’s privacy promise: What’s protected and what’s not

Breaking down Telegram’s privacy promise: What’s protected and what’s not

Privacy and Identity Protection

Breaking down Telegram’s privacy promise: What’s protected and what’s not

Telegram may look like a secure messenger app, but when it comes to users at higher-risk and when there is confidential information involved, it has several serious security blind spots. This article breaks down how Telegram works, where its weak spots are, and which alternatives offer better security.

Editorial Team02 Dec 2025


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What to do if your Facebook account is hacked

What to do if your Facebook account is hacked

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What to do if your Facebook account is hacked

How to secure and recover a hacked Facebook account with the minimum of stress.

Ben Tudor13 Nov 2025


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Scam Alert: How to spot fake PayPal emails

Scam Alert: How to spot fake PayPal emails

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Scam Alert: How to spot fake PayPal emails

PayPal is an attractive target for cybercriminals and AI makes the problem even worse.

Phil Muncaster07 Oct 2025


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So, your WhatsApp account has been hacked. What next?

So, your WhatsApp account has been hacked. What next?

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So, your WhatsApp account has been hacked. What next?

Immediate actions and long-term fixes to regain access to WhatsApp – and keep it

Ben Tudor23 Sep 2025


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Is AliExpress safe? Unpacking the truth behind the deals

Is AliExpress safe? Unpacking the truth behind the deals

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Is AliExpress safe? Unpacking the truth behind the deals

AliExpress is a global online marketplace connecting buyers with independent sellers. As with any platform, it’s important to take precautions when shopping.

Editorial Team16 Sep 2025


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How to spot and avoid Etsy scams? Check our handmade guide

How to spot and avoid Etsy scams? Check our handmade guide

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How to spot and avoid Etsy scams? Check our handmade guide

Etsy has long been a go-to destination for unique, handcrafted goods and vintage treasures – but is it safe to buy from?

Editorial Team21 Aug 2025


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Is your phone camera watching you? Spot the warning signs and protect your privacy

Is your phone camera watching you? Spot the warning signs and protect your privacy

Privacy and Identity Protection

Is your phone camera watching you? Spot the warning signs and protect your privacy

Concerned that your phone camera might be spying on you? Discover how to identify the warning signs and safeguard your privacy from intrusive eyes and invasive spyware.

Phil Muncaster19 Aug 2025


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Not so sexy: How to combat deepfakes and sextortion

Not so sexy: How to combat deepfakes and sextortion

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Not so sexy: How to combat deepfakes and sextortion

AI deepfakes used for sextortion highlight a growing problem with consumer privacy — but are we ready to forgo our online comforts for security?

Márk Szabó14 Aug 2025


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Shining a light on the dark web

Shining a light on the dark web

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Shining a light on the dark web

Ask many people about the dark web, and a concerned look might cross their faces. The implication is that it’s a lawless digital world populated solely by drug dealers and cybercriminals. But this couldn’t be further from the truth.

Editorial Team08 Jul 2025