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How to avoid malicious websites with ExpressVPN
Malicious websites are a common starting point for a variety of cyberattacks. They can lead to malware infections, where dangerous pop-ups or file downloads infect the target computer. They can also b...
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What is AES encryption, and how does ExpressVPN use it?
Advanced Encryption Standard (AES) is a widely used encryption method that scrambles data, making it unreadable without the encryption key. ExpressVPN uses AES-256-GCM to encrypt traffic between your ...
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Are eSIMs safe? How to use an eSIM securely with ExpressVPN
eSIMs are generally safe to use. Like a physical SIM, an eSIM connects your device to a mobile network, but it's downloaded and installed digitally rather than being inserted physically. The ExpressVP...
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How to monitor the dark web for your Social Security number
You can monitor the dark web for your Social Security number (SSN) with ID Alerts, part of ExpressVPN's Identity Defender. After you add your SSN, ID Alerts regularly scans the dark web and notifies y...
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How to change your IP address on iPhone
You generally can’t choose or permanently change the public IP provided by your Wi-Fi network or mobile carrier. However, you can change the IP address that websites and online services see by conne...
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Child identity theft: A parent’s guide to protecting your child’s future
A child's identity is valuable long before they are old enough to open a bank account or apply for a loan. Because identity theft involving children can remain undetected for years, it may not come to...
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Nation-state cyber actors: Who they are and why they matter
Reporting on state-linked cyber operations is frequent and often high-stakes, yet the terminology, attribution, and strategic context can be difficult to interpret consistently. Nation-state cyber act...
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Does Facebook listen to you? Uncovering the truth about data, microphones, and tracking
You’ve probably heard the rumor: Facebook is secretly listening to your conversations through your phone’s microphone. But is that actually true? Some people swear it is, pointing to eeril...
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Internet safety for kids: 10 rules every parent must know
The internet can be an incredible place for kids to learn, explore, and stay entertained, but it also comes with serious risks. From cyberbullying to online predators and privacy threats, children fac...
