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Apple's trackers have been misused to track some without their consent. Here's how to check if an AirTag is tracking you, whether you use an iPhone or Android phone. Plus, what to do next if you find one.

The best password managers provide security, privacy, and ease of use for a reasonable price. We tested the best ones to help you find what's best for your family.

Bitwarden is one of the best password managers on the market, but are you using it effectively? Here are a few tips to ensure you are.

We tested the best free VPNs from reputable companies that offer solid services. Here's what to know, how to avoid security risks, and what ZDNET's recommendations are.

The end of support is near for more than just Windows 10. But there's no need to panic.

People who unwittingly follow the instructions in certain malicious text messages end up bypassing Apple's phishing protection.

Proton Pass offers interoperability with Proton VPN and Proton Mail, along with a host of security features compatible with most devices and operating systems.

The Philips 5000 Series Video Palm Recognition smart lock builds upon the success of its predecessor.

We've tested the best VPNs that won't be easily blocked by popular streaming platforms, including Netflix, and will offer high enough speeds not to impact your viewing experience.

A VPN helps to protect your privacy while you're away from home. We tested the best VPNs for travel, providing excellent security, speed, server choice, and streaming capabilities.

Want to bypass geo-restrictions and secure your entire network? Pair the WireGuard protocol with your favorite VPN. I use privacy-oriented Proton to show you how.

From AI-driven defense to evolving ransomware tactics, here's what cybersecurity industry leaders and experts are preparing for this year.

If you ever send emails that contain sensitive or private information, consider email encryption. Getting started is a lot easier than you'd expect.

The latest updates for both browsers squash several high-severity security bugs. Here's how to grab them.

Phishing is a form of social engineering where attackers try to get you to reveal your sensitive information through malicious links, SMS, QR codes, and more. Here's how to protect yourself in Chrome and Firefox.

A new program from the FCC should make it easier to find devices you can trust.

If you use browser extensions, you should be careful about which ones you install and use. Here's how you can do that.

Enhanced Visual Search sends photos to Apple to help identify landmarks and other items. Here's why it has some users concerned and how to opt out.

Current McAfee customers won't have to do a thing to utilize the new feature, introduced this week at CES 2025.

When Chrome flagged an extension for malware, it triggered hours of cleanup. Learn how to check your extensions, clear malware, and keep your browser secure for the future.