Privacy & Identity Protection
Identity theft has evolved far beyond just credit card fraud and unfortunately is a rapidly growing crime. McAfee Identity Protection blogs cover preventative measures related to scams, phishing, and ransomware. Read the latest blogs for tips to protect your identity and privacy.
Filing Taxes? Why Identity Protection Matters More Than Ever This Season
Feb 05, 2026 | 4 MIN READ
Why Are Some Countries Banning TikTok?
Waiting in the checkout line. Waiting to fall asleep. Waiting for your boring work call to finally...
How to Avoid Phishing Attacks on Your Smartphones and Computers
Ping, it’s a scammer! The sound of an incoming email, text, or direct message has a way...
How Senior Adults Can Safeguard Their Privacy
As a senior adult in a hyper-connected world, keeping your privacy safeguarded isn’t easy but it is...
How To Prevent Ransomware
Ransomware. Even the name sounds scary. When you get down to it, ransomware is one of the...
How Private is WhatsApp Really? Staying Safer While Using the App.
It’s important to note that the only time your communications are encrypted is when they’re in transit....
How To Prevent Ransomware
Ransomware. Even the name sounds scary. When you get down to it, ransomware is one of the...
How to Protect Yourself From Phishing Scams
Ping, it’s a scammer! The sound of an incoming email, text, or direct message has a way...
How To Stop Sharing Private Information Online
When I started my job as Cybermum – over 10 years ago – it was quite common...
How To Spring Clean Your Digital Devices
Whether it’s indeed spring where you are or not, you can give your devices, apps, and online...
How To Prevent Downloading Malicious Software
Malware—the term seems to be at the center of the news every day, with each headline telling...
How to Spot and Avoid Clickbait
Clickbait may look harmless, like a fun quiz or game, but it can steal your data. Learn...
Could ChatGPT Cause Heartbreak with Online Dating Scams?
Scammers now have new tools to lure people who are looking for love online, by reeling in...
