If a stranger offered you “free” coffee in exchange for a map of everywhere you go, everyone you text, and everything you search, you’d probably walk away. Online, most of us accept that deal daily—without thinking twice. Here’s the truth: if you’re not paying for the product, your data often is the product. Big Tech…
If a stranger suddenly knew your home address, the names of your kids, or where you work—how would that feel? Unsettling, right? That’s the chilling reality of doxxing: when someone gathers and publishes your personal information online to harass, intimidate, or cause harm. Here’s the thing. You don’t need to be famous to get doxxed….
What if someone you’ve never met knows your passwords, your home address, and the last four digits of your card—and they’re selling that info to the highest bidder? That’s not a movie plot. It’s daily business on the dark web. The dark web is a hidden part of the internet where cybercriminals trade stolen data,…
If a stranger grabbed your phone right now, what could they actually see? Not much—if your data is encrypted. But “encryption” sounds technical and distant, like something for spies and hackers. Truth is, it shields you every day—when you send a message, check your bank, shop online, or unlock your phone. It’s often invisible, yet…
