Category: Online Security

Has a virus ever taken your computer down? If not, count yourself among the lucky few but don’t wait until it does – it’s time to protect yourself. How can you prevent becoming a victim while saving your bank account and PC performance at the same time? Check out our in-depth anti-virus and cyber security reviews…

Curious about an old high school friend, new neighbor, or potential date? You might be able to hunt down a few pictures on social media or dig up some basic info with a Google search, but if you really want to get the details, you may need to run a background check. A background check makes it easier to track down the contact information for your old college roommate or find out if that cute dude from Tinder is who he says he is…

1Password offers secure password storage, a customizable password generator, and unique security measures specifically for travelers. It’s certainly a solid choice if you’re looking for a password manager, but is it worth the price? Keep reading to learn more about 1Password and find out if it’s a good fit for you…

PeopleFinders is one of the few background check services that doesn’t require users to sign up for a membership. It also has detailed reports that are easy to understand. Drawbacks of choosing PeopleFinders are the lack of a mobile app, limited transparency about how reports can be used, and membership cancellation fees that other companies don’t charge…

You can learn a lot with a Google search these days, but there are still a few questions a search engine can’t answer. If you need specific information about an individual (whether it is a potential roommate or potential date), you might get further with a background check. BeenVerified scours public records to collect information so you can access it in one convenient report…

When it comes to anti-virus technology there are so many options to choose from that the selection process can become overwhelming. Bitdefender stands out in this crowded market by providing every security feature a user could ask for, but without sacrificing computer performance. Bitdefender was ASecureLife.com’s choice as the best antivirus software program of 2013. We will take an in depth look at the services offered by Bitdefender, Bitdefender reviews and the features that help this program stand apart from the rest…

If you just need a secure place to dump all your usernames and passwords, anything on this list will do the trick. You can stop reading now and download LastPass—it’s one of our favorites, and the free version has everything most people need. But if you want to change dozens of passwords at once, sync passwords across devices, share account information with family members, or make sure the service you choose is compatible with a certain operating system, you’ll want to explore your options more carefully…

We’ve started a petition on Change.org, asking Tinder to prioritize user safety and take steps to protect users from sex offenders and other violent criminals.

Online shopping has a lot of perks: you can save money, avoid hordes of people at the mall, and stay in your sweatpants, to name a few. But taking advantage of cyber deals also carries risks, which you should be aware of to make sure you stay safe while shopping online. Here are some tips for smart internet shopping to help you stay safe and get your orders delivered without a fuss. ..

Learn how to spot a fake website this holiday season (especially on Black Friday and Cyber Monday) to prevent your personal information and financial data from being compromised. We show you how to spot a fake website, what you can do to report it, and more tips to keep yourself and your family safe online during the holiday shopping season…