Privacy Guides

Cheap smart plugs and cameras sit on the same network as your PC and files. Move them to an isolated guest network or VLAN so one weak device cannot reach anything.

A filtering DNS resolver blocks phishing, malware, and ad domains for every device before they load. Set it up on Windows 11 and on the router, with encrypted DNS.

Most hacked home cameras were not hacked at all — the password was reused or the feed was exposed to the internet. Lock yours down with these checks.

RDP exposed to the internet is a top ransomware entry point. Lock it down with Network Level Authentication, lockout policy, and a VPN instead of port forwarding.

Changing your password does not always kick an attacker out. Audit connected apps, active sessions, and app passwords on Google, Microsoft, and Apple accounts.

Port forwarding opens your home network to the internet, and UPnP lets any app do it silently. Here is what to close, what to keep, and safer ways to get remote access.

Stop password-stealing tools reading saved credentials out of memory. Turn on LSA protection on any Windows 11 PC, and Credential Guard on Pro and Enterprise.

Memory Integrity blocks malicious drivers from loading into the Windows kernel. Turn it on, and fix the incompatible driver error that stops it switching on.

Controlled Folder Access stops unknown apps writing to Documents and Pictures, blocking ransomware before it encrypts. Turn it on and allow the apps you trust.

Running as administrator gives every program you open full control of the PC. Set UAC to always notify and move daily use to a standard account without losing anything.

Find out which breaches exposed your email and passwords, work out what is actually at risk, and fix it in the right order — without falling for a fake breach alert.

Fake virus alerts and gambling ads popping up in the corner of your screen? They come from browser notification permissions. Here is how to revoke them and block them for good.

Browser opening a search engine you never chose, or redirecting every result? Remove the hijacker properly: extensions, shortcuts, policies, scheduled tasks, and profiles.

Switching to Cloudflare, Google, or Quad9 DNS can fix broken sites and speed up browsing. Change DNS servers in Windows 11, enable encrypted DNS, and test the result.

Files encrypted and a ransom note on screen? Isolate the PC, identify the strain, check for a free decryptor, and recover safely without paying — step by step.

Lock down your home Wi-Fi in an evening: change default logins, switch to WPA3, disable WPS and remote admin, and keep neighbours and attackers off your network.

Learn how to recognize phishing emails, fake login pages, and text scams before they steal your passwords or money—simple checks anyone can do in seconds.

Stop hackers even when they have your password. A plain-English guide to turning on two-factor authentication for email, banking, and social accounts.

Cafés, airports, and hotels offer free Wi-Fi—but it isn't always safe. Simple steps to protect your passwords and data on public networks.

Locked out or seeing strange activity in your inbox? Step-by-step actions to recover a hacked email account and lock attackers out for good.

That 'Microsoft' call or scary virus pop-up is a scam. Learn how fake tech-support tricks work and exactly what to do when one targets you.

Fake stores, too-good-to-be-true deals, and payment tricks cost shoppers billions. Learn the warning signs and how to buy online safely.

Fake delivery, bank, and prize texts are everywhere. Learn how to recognize scam text messages—called smishing—and what to do when one arrives.

Your social profiles reveal more than you think. Practical privacy settings and habits to keep your personal info away from strangers and scammers.

Recovery emails, phone numbers, and backup codes are your safety net if you forget a password or get hacked. Set them up properly before you need them.

Most malware arrives because someone clicks 'download.' Learn how to spot fake downloads, risky extensions, and dodgy apps before they infect your device.

Remove preinstalled bloatware from Windows 11—uninstall junk apps, kill startup clutter, and disable background tasks to reclaim speed and disk space.

Pages loading wrong, login problems, or a sluggish browser? Clearing your cache and cookies fixes it. Step-by-step for Chrome, Edge, Safari, and Firefox.

Cut Windows 11 telemetry and tracking—reduce diagnostic data, turn off the advertising ID, clear activity history, and lock down app permissions.