Unprotected database leaves millions of sales records exposed; eBay, Shopify, and Paypal users be aware By Sophie Kaemmerle published 12 March 20 NEWS Shoppers' personal information like names, addresses, and the last four digits of credit card numbers were left exposed online.
Valentine’s Day blues: Facebook forced to delay dating service launch in Europe By Sophie Kaemmerle published 13 February 20 NEWS Ireland breaks Facebook's heart, refuses to let Facebook Dating launch in Europe - for now
Antivirus provider Avast closes data-collection subsidiary after being caught selling user data By Ian Stokes published 31 January 20 News Avast-owned Jumpboat will cease operations after investigation finds user data being sold to advertisers could identify individuals.
What is a VPN, and why do you need one? By Ian Stokes last updated 30 January 20 How To Online security is more important than ever, but what is a VPN, do you need one, and how can it keep you safe online?
ExpressVPN review By Luke Edwards last updated 30 January 20 Review Impressive features, top security and super-fast speed: our ExpressVPN review discovers if it's worth the higher price tag.
Hotspot Shield review By Luke Edwards published 30 January 20 Review A super-speedy VPN service, even for distant locations: our Hotspot Shield review.
Facebook will now let you “clear" your data - but there’s a catch By Sophie Kaemmerle published 29 January 20 NEWS The "Off Facebook Activity" was launched worldwide, but how effective is it really?
Clario's smart new security system lets you fight back against Cybercrime By Sophie Kaemmerle last updated 9 January 20 NEWS Worried about your online safety? There's an app for that.
SpyAgent 11 Standard review By Nicole Johnston published 20 November 19 Review Spytech SpyAgent 11 lets you control your children’s internet use while still allowing them to enjoy their time online.
Critical Android malware warning issued as up to 8 million devices infected By James Laird published 25 October 19 News 42 popular apps have been harboring a nasty adware strain for over a year, security researchers report.
One of the world's most popular VPNs just admitted to a major security breach By James Laird published 22 October 19 News NordVPN has revealed details of an incident dating back to 2018.
Google amps up privacy features with Incognito Mode for Maps and much more By James Laird published 3 October 19 News October is Cybersecurity Awareness Month and Google wants to help you up your game.
Scammers are hijacking phone calls made through Google Assistant, Alexa and Siri By James Laird published 22 August 19 Crooks able to dupe digital assistants into calling phony phone numbers.
How to turn off Siri and stop Apple from possibly listening to your recordings By James Laird published 31 July 19 A whistleblower alleges the chirpy digital assistant may be eavesdropping on you.
Iolo System Mechanic Pro review By Catherine Ellis published 25 June 19 Get your PC running faster – and safer – with this performance optimization and privacy software.
Covenant Eyes Review By Nicole Johnston published 4 June 19 REVIEW Covenant Eyes works on up to ten devices and offers SafeSearch and Accountability reports.
AVG Internet Security 2015 Review By Nicole Johnston published 14 May 19 Editor’s Note: This product has been removed from our side-by-side comparison because it has been discontinued. This company has now been acquired by Avast.
Tracks Eraser Pro 9 Review By Nicole Johnston published 9 January 19 Tracks Eraser Pro is privacy software that cleans your computer of internet activity records, erases the tracks of popular applications, and permanently erases files and registry entries. You can also use it to free up space on your computer and potentially improve your PC’s performance.
xCleaner 3.78 Review By Nicole Johnston published 12 December 18 Not yet rated Editor’s Note: This product has been removed from our side-by-side comparison because it is no longer available.
Privacy Eraser Pro Review By Nicole Johnston published 12 December 18 Editor’s Note: This product has been removed from our side-by-side comparison because it has been replaced by another product.
