September 9, 2025

VPNs that spy on you

Using a VPN? Better make sure it’s not on this list. VPNs are supposed to keep you safe. They encrypt your internet traffic and hide your location from hackers, ISPs and creepy ad trackers.  But what if the app was secretly collecting browsing data, location, everything you type, anything you do, then selling it all […]

June 23, 2025

Your browser is snitching on you

You’ve heard me say it a hundred times: Clear your cookies, block third-party trackers, use private browsing. But here’s something new, something creepier.  Now, even after nuking cookies from orbit and going full incognito ninja, websites still know who you are. How? Something called browser fingerprinting.  And unlike actual crime-fighting fingerprints, this one just helps […]

June 18, 2025

Does clearing your browser really lower flight prices?

I got a great question from Danielle in Austin: “Kim, every time I search for a flight and go back later, the price has gone up. Are airlines tracking me? If I clear my browser history or use incognito mode, will I get a cheaper deal?” You’ve probably wondered the same thing. And there’s no […]

January 30, 2025

DeepSeek told me some weird things

I asked Chinese AI DeepSeek a bunch of questions, and I have a few privacy and security tips if you want to try it, too.

December 6, 2024
September 17, 2024

Why you need a VPN (even if you’re not tech-savvy)

We’ve found the perfect VPN for those who are not tech-savvy and everyone else.

December 28, 2022

Where to put your router for better speeds

If you want good Wi-Fi, find the best location for your router. The ideal spot can maximize your coverage. Follow these steps to speed up your internet.

January 17, 2022

Free check to see if your router has been hacked by criminals

Scammers can hack your system through your router, and you wouldn’t even know! Use this tool to see if your system is safe.

July 19, 2021

Smartphone security: Do you need a VPN on your phone?

We’re constantly connecting to Wi-Fi networks we don’t control, and an added layer of protection is important. Here’s your best option.

June 25, 2021

Warning: Free VPNs are putting you at risk

You think you’re saving money with free VPN downloads or apps, but they will cost you in the end.

June 25, 2020

Small-biz essential: How to pick the best VPN

If you ever spend time on the internet you need to protect your privacy and online accounts. That’s why it’s important to choose the right VPN. Here’s how.