Security and privacy
Watch Out for Modern Tech Support Scams
Think you can spot a tech support scam? Today’s fraudsters are using everything from spoofed caller ID to manipulated search results. Here’s what to watch for and how to stay safe.
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Phishing, passwords and passkeys, backups, and privacy settings, explained for businesses that run on Mac, iPhone, and iPad.
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Dropbox Passwords Ending: Switch to 1Password Now
Dropbox Passwords will shut down on October 28, 2025. Switch to 1Password or another password manager now to avoid losing your stored credentials.
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Combat Smart TV Privacy Abuses with an Apple TV
While you’re watching TV, your smart TV is watching you. Find out how manufacturers track your viewing habits and learn simple steps to protect your privacy with an Apple TV.
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16 Billion Passwords Exposed in Recent Data Breach: Turn on 2FA!
Another day, another breach—this time involving 16 billion passwords. Despite alarming headlines about Apple, Facebook, and Google accounts, there’s no need to panic. Our advice? Use unique passwords and enable 2FA.
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Beware Domain Name Renewal Phishing Attacks
Phishing scams are becoming more sophisticated. A message that seems to come from an Internet domain host and arrives around the time of a domain renewal could deceive even experienced users.
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Why Passkeys Are Better than Passwords (And How to Use Them)
Passkeys are finally gaining mainstream traction, with support from Apple, Google, Microsoft, and numerous major websites. Find out why they’re more secure than passwords and how to start using them.
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Share Wi-Fi Network Passwords Using QR Codes
While Apple’s automatic sharing of Wi-Fi passwords feels like magic, it doesn’t work in every situation. For a more reliable manual approach, use the Show Network QR Code feature in the new Passwords app.
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Security Precautions to Take While Traveling
Security at home is one thing, but what about when you’re on the road? Many of the same precautions apply, but depending on your level of concern and where you’re going, additional techniques can help keep you and your data safe.
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With iOS 18.2 and Later, You Can Share the Location of Lost Items in Find My
The new Share Item Location feature in Find My enables you to share the location of a lost AirTag or another item tracked by Find My with anyone, including airline reps who can use it to locate lost luggage for you.
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In Times of Uncertainty, Increase Your Digital Privacy and Security
If world events have you worried about your online privacy and security, you may be interested in minimizing your exposure. We recommend some simple steps that everyone can take and other actions for those who are especially concerned.
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Businesses, Don’t Overlook Email Backup
Cloud-based email services like Google Workspace and Microsoft 365 provide excellent uptime and availability. However, an independent email backup solution is essential to protect against accidental deletion, cyber threats, and other data loss concerns.
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Website Owners: Identifying Copyright Infringement Link Insertion Scams
If you receive what looks like a copyright infringement message complaining about an image on your website, don’t panic—it might be a scam. We help you identify such scams and explain what to do if the message turns out to be real.
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