Family Safety
Children are exposed to a lot on the internet: between browsing at home, in school and on the go. That’s why it’s so important to help to keep them safe, even when you can’t be there. Check out the latest McAfee blogs to learn how you can protect your entire family from cyberbullying and other online threats.
This Week in Scams: Petco Breach Warning, and Watch Out for Fake Federal Calls
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5 Digital Risks That Could Affect Your Kids This New School Year
Summer is almost over and a new school year is here. Here are a few of the top digital challenges...
FOMO: How to Help Digital Kids Overcome the Feeling of Missing Out
While the Feeling of Missing Out (FOMO) has been around for centuries, social media has done its part to amplify...
4 Ways for Parents to Handle the Facebook Messenger Bug
9 out of 10 children in the U.S. between the ages of six and twelve have access to smart devices....
School of Cyberthreats: 3 Attacks Impacting Today’s Schools
Educational institutions are data-rich gold mines. And cybercriminals have taken notice.
YOLO: What Parents Need to Know About the Anonymity App Kids Use with Snapchat
If your kids use Snapchat, chances are they also use the popular new app YOLO along with it. Since it's...
Family Safety: Twitter, Instagram Beef Up Measures to Fight Hate Speech, Bullying
The past few weeks have proven to be wins for family safety with several top social networks...
How to Help Kids Build Strong Digital Habits Before Summer Slips Away
Thanks to the results of a recent survey, we have some clear and current insight into the digital issues most...
Summer Scam Alerts: Don’t Let Crooks Wreck Your Family Travel Plans
This summer, be mindful that while you intend to relax and unwind a little, cybercriminals are working overtime to catch...
Is Your Smart Home Secure? 5 Tips to Help You Connect Confidently
With so many smart home devices being used today, it’s no surprise that users would want a tool to help...
Kids Obsessed with YouTube? How to Help Them Stay Balanced, Safe This Summer
YouTube is packed with endlessly fun and engaging content for tweens and teens. However, the darker side of YouTube is...
How to Book Your Next Holiday Online and NOT Get Scammed
Taking our tribe on an annual family holiday has always been a top priority for my husband...
5 Digital Risks to Help Your Teen Navigate this Summer
With more of summer playing out on social, there’s also more risk. Here are 5 digital risks your kids may...
