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Don’t ignore online security when travelling this summer
Keep your devices – and personal information – safe on holiday
Reviews
VAVA Split Screen Baby Monitor review
VAVA's baby monitor, which is available in the US and the UK, comes with a pair of cameras and a split screen monitor. But does that make it doubly useful?
Feature
Why we’re all going to have to accept less privacy online in future
The UK Government is secretly trialling mass data collection
Feature
Why you shouldn’t use SMS for 2FA codes
The extra security of verification is good, but SMS is bad. Here's why.
News
Don’t fall victim to these fake Royal Mail emails and text messages
How to spot the latest Royal Mail scams
Reviews
HideMyAss (HMA) VPN review
HMA has improved over the past year, but not enough to best the competition
How-To
How to change a forgotten Google account password
Here's what to do when you need to reset your Google password when you've forgotten it
Opinion
Moto G10 & G30, Mi 11 Ultra & LastPass | Fast Charge ep. 53
Dom, Toddy, Hannah & Anyron cover the week's biggest phone news
News
Watch Out For Lloyds Bank Scam Emails & Text Messages
Don't get caught out by "account suspended" messages
How-To
How to find out if your phone has been hacked
If your phone acts strange, it might be malware or a hacker problem. Here's our guide on how to tell if your phone has been hacked, what to do then and how to prevent future attacks
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Don’t fall for the latest tax refund scams from HMRC & the IRS
You're not getting a rebate because of coronavirus: your identity is being stolen
Reviews
F-Secure SAFE review
A simple, user-friendly security package for Windows, macOS, Android and iOS
Feature
Is TikTok safe for kids?
TikTok is only going to get more popular during 2021, so is it safe for kids?
Best Picks
The best VPN for Disney Plus
Six of the best VPN services for watching the Disney streaming service
News
Reader Offer: Claim your FREE Steganos Privacy Suite licence
Tech Advisor is offering a free licence for Steganos Privacy Suite 21 – but you must act today!
News
Surfshark upgrades its identity theft protection service
For 73p / 99c per month Surfshark will alert you if your details are leaked
Deal
How to stay safe shopping online this Black Friday
Protect yourself from scams and threats when buying goods online
News
New online safety app tells parents what’s safe & what’s not for kids
Find out if Among Us and TikTok are safe for your children to use
How-To
What to do when an unknown device is connecting to your Wi-Fi
Three ways to identify Wi-Fi devices and how to block them
News
Google begins rolling out its VPN service starting in the US
VPN by Google One is part of the company's cloud storage subscription
News
Watch out for fake reviews & ratings on Amazon this Black Friday
Spot the signs of fake reviews and be savvy with your purchases
News
Get PureVPN for just £1.27 per month with this Halloween deal
Be quick as you have until until 31 October to get 85% off
News
Kids spent over 9 hours on screens during lockdown
Parents fought a losing battle with bored children
Best Picks
The Best VPN for Routers
Take a look at the best VPN to ensure all your devices are security protect
News
NordVPN starts building a network of owned & operated servers
VPN firm says it will bring an extra layer of security
Best Picks
The best VPN for Android
With the best speeds, prices and features, these are the VPN services to choose
News
VPN Trust Initiative announces 5 best-practice principles
ExpressVPN, Nord VPN, Surfshark, hide.me and other members meet these minimum standards
News
Ring launches Car Alarm Car Cam and Car Connect security devices
You'll be able to keep an eye on your car via the Ring app in 2021
News
Amazon launches new indoor and outdoor Blink security cameras
Two new security cameras with up to four years of battery life
News
Should I download the new NHS COVID-19 test and trace app?
The new contact-tracing app will work best if everyone uses it
News
16-24 year olds most likely to be scammed online
Digital natives are more like digital naïve when it comes to online security
News
McAfee updates its antivirus with better scam and privacy protection
The new version of McAfee Total Protection has improved notifications including scam and privacy warnings