Tag: personal data

How to remove your personal information from Google Search results

October 30, 2024

Have you ever googled yourself? Were you happy with what came up? If not, consider requesting the removal of your personal information from search results. In today’s digital age, maintaining control over your personal information is more crucial than ever. Whether you’re concerned about privacy, security, or simply want to manage your online presence, knowing … More How to remove your personal information from Google Search results

Identity theft is getting personal. What to do if you’ve found yourself on a list of breached personal data

October 29, 2024

With its latest Ultimate subscription tier for consumers, ESET introduces a globally available Identity Protection service that regularly scans black markets on the dark web for stolen personal data and identity. Sometimes life can be unfair. Let’s say you are a tech-savvy person who often serves as home admin for your family and are well … More Identity theft is getting personal. What to do if you’ve found yourself on a list of breached personal data

7 reasons why cybercriminals want your personal data

April 8, 2024

Guard your personal information like your life depends on it – because it does Whenever we’re online, we leave a trail of data behind. As our lives are increasingly intertwined with digital technology, our digital footprints continue to grow larger. Some pieces of data that we generate, such as when posting on social media or purchasing products … More 7 reasons why cybercriminals want your personal data

Getting off the hook: 10 steps to take after clicking on a phishing link

September 4, 2023

Phishing emails are a weapon of choice for criminals intent on stealing people’s personal data and planting malware on their devices. The healing process does not end with antivirus scanning. Spelling mistakes, weird grammar, urgent or threatening language, a lack of context – all these are common giveaways of phishing attacks. Some phishing threats are tougher to spot, however, … More Getting off the hook: 10 steps to take after clicking on a phishing link

Child identity theft: how do I keep my kids’ personal data safe?

July 20, 2023

Why is kids’ personal information in high demand, how do criminals steal it, and what can parents do to help prevent child identity theft? Total identity fraud losses in the US were estimated at a whopping $43bn last year. While many of us are getting savvier about how we protect our personal information online, can we say … More Child identity theft: how do I keep my kids’ personal data safe?