Internet Privacy

Online Privacy Has Never Been Easier
Remove personal information from the internet easily. Plus manage your online reputation effectively. Start using IDShield Privacy Check today!

Don’t Forget About Those Old Accounts and Profiles
IDShield can help you find old online accounts & guide you through the steps to review & delete those accounts to enhance your reputation.

Keep Your Private Information Safe On Dating Apps—The Do's and Don’ts
If you want to swipe right and play the dating scene, learn about the risks and 6 do's and 6 don'ts to stay safe.

How to Fix Issues & Errors on Your Credit Report
If you notice an error on your credit report, you should immediately notify the credit bureau about your dispute and what you think the issue is. Learn more.

How Data Brokers Sell Your Identity & Personal Information
Data brokers collect your information and sell that data to others. Here's how data brokers sell your identity & what you can do to protect yourself.

What is PII and What Does PII Include?
Personally identifiable information (PII), refers to information that directly identifies an individual. Learn more about PII data and what it includes.

6 Ways to Remove Personal Information From Google
You can request your personal information be removed from Google like your phone number, Social Security number & search data. Here are 6 steps you can take.

Data Brokers: Who’s Tracking You?
Hundreds of businesses collect, categorize & sell your information. Much of this data collection occurs without your consent or knowledge.

Big Data Privacy Tug Of War Is On
As Amazon looks to expand its Wi-Fi range of in-home products, Apple promotes its app tracking transparency - the tug of war is on.

How Can Dark Web Monitoring Protect Your Privacy?
The dark web is a hidden layer of the internet where criminals buy or sell your info. This is how dark web monitoring can help you not be taken advantage of.
Can Fitness Trackers Pose a Privacy Risk?
Fitness trackers can help you achieve your health goals, but they can threaten your privacy. Learn how to protect yourself while using them.

Take It Or Leave: WhatsApp's New Privacy Policy
Learn about WhatsApp's new privacy policy. Users will not be able to read or send messages if they don't accept the policy.

Stop Giving Away Your Privacy Details
Do you know how to keep your online data secure? Avoid revealing these common pieces of information.

Dr. Seuss Canceled: Why Your Digital Footprint Matters
Why is Dr. Seuss canceled? As you navigate the world of social media, remember that your words matter and your digital footprint does not disappear.

Coronavirus Trackers: Do the Benefits Outweigh the Privacy Risks?
Tracking COVID-19 could help slow the spread of the virus. But is it worth the risks to our personal privacy?

Open Your Eyes and Ears: Understanding Biometrics Risks
Many devices have fancy ways to log in using your eyes, fingerprints or voice. Learn more about the pros and cons of these biometric login techniques.

Guard Your Privacy: Know the Risks of Car Data Records
Make sure your fancy new car isn't spying on you with data tracking and storage.

Understanding Cache and Cookies: What Do They Do?
When it comes to online browsing, how private do you want to be and what are cookies? IDShield shares what you need to know about cache and cookies.

Think Before You Click and Accept Those Online T&Cs
We've all accepted those Terms & Conditions without reading them first. But make sure you aren't accepting more than you baragained for! Watch out for these red flags.

Are Your Smart Devices Spying on You?
Smart devices are useful. But you need to make sure they aren't overhearing more than you expected. These settings will help keep you private.

How to Stop Data Brokers Profiting from Your Information
Data brokers are continually collecting your data, and the size of the industry is staggering. IDShield shares how to stop them from profiting from your data.

Get Consultation for Your Privacy Questions and Concerns
Sometimes you have an urgent question that needs a quick answer. IDShield offers consultation for your most pressing identity-related issues.

Online Privacy Protection is Just a Tap Away
Data breaches, hacks and identity theft incidents are on the rise, but online privacy protection has never been easier. Learn how IDShield can help.

Will Your Online History Come Back to Haunt You?
Many people falsely assume the personal info they email or post online is private. IDShield shares how your online history can be used against you.