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How to delete TikTok and clear your data

July 23rd, 2020 in How-to

TikTok is one of the fastest growing social media apps in the world. But recently it has been criticized for over collecting data, using insecure protocols, and potentially submitting to the Chinese government. These concerns have even led several countries to consider banning TikTok. If you are concerned that TikTok might be compromising your privacy, […]

Why you should set up a VPN on your router (and how to do it)

February 27th, 2020 in How-to

A VPN is one of the best ways to protect your online data and prevent your internet service provider from spying on your browsing history. However, a VPN only protects your internet connection on the device it’s installed on — unless you set up the VPN on your router. By running your VPN, not on […]

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How to watch Super Bowl LIV live online

January 31st, 2020 in How-to

The Super Bowl is one of the biggest games of the year in the United States, and over 150 million people are expected to tune in from around the world to watch. This year it’s an all-time-great matchup, with the stout defense of the San Francisco 49ers taking on the rapid strike offense of the […]

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How to watch the 2019 FIBA Basketball World Cup live online

September 5th, 2019 in How-to

Some of the world’s best basketball players have gathered in China to represent their country. Can the US hang on to its crown despite sending a team with only one NBA All-Star? Or can the upstart Greek or Serbian team, led by Giannis Antetokounmpo and Nikola Jokic respectively, take them down? via GIPHY This safe […]

Essential data security tips for your next trip to China

August 22nd, 2019 in How-to

Seeing the Forbidden City is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity, but traveling to China can put your devices and your personal data at risk. This article explains the steps you can take to protect your privacy. Vacations to China can be quite the adventure: exotic food, ancient history, and breathtaking wonders. It is also a country that […]

How to stream Netflix and Hulu safely while traveling

August 7th, 2019 in How-to

If you’re traveling abroad this summer, you’ll probably have a full agenda of sun and sightseeing. But if you get bored and flip on Netflix or Hulu, you might find yourself unable to catch your favorite shows or movies. And if you’re using a VPN to protect your Internet connection, you may not be able […]

Simple tricks to be more anonymous online

July 25th, 2019 in How-to

Browsing the Internet anonymously is virtually impossible, but there are ways to make it much harder for others to track your identity. Each week a new story comes out about how Internet companies track your data everywhere, so it is no surprise that people want to find ways to be anonymous online. While it is […]

The four factors to consider when selecting a VPN for travel

July 24th, 2019 in How-to

A VPN can give travelers a much-needed extra layer of cybersecurity and make it easier for them to access censored or geo-blocked content. This article covers the factors you should look at when choosing a VPN for your vacation. While a secure, trustworthy VPN is always a useful tool to protect your online activity, travelers […]

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How to manage your privacy on Google

July 15th, 2019 in How-to

Most people know by now that anytime they search for something in Google, the search is saved and used to serve them ads. What is less well known are the different tools that Google has at its disposal to vacuum up data: Gmail, Google Maps, Google Drive, Google Calendar, YouTube, and especially Chrome. While the […]

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