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Score a 3-year subscription to AdGuard’s online protection for just $30

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Score a 3-year subscription to AdGuard's popular online protection for only $30.
Pick up three years of VPN access with AdGuard for only $29.97.
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Want an optimized online experience? For a limited time, you can instantly upgrade your efficiency, privacy and safety at a surprisingly low price with AdGuard VPN, an ad blocker that can keep websites from tracking you.

The Awesome AdGuard 3-Year Subscription Bundle is available for only $29.97 (regularly $293) through midnight tonight, making this an ideal time to upgrade your online security. As security threats increase and we become increasingly reliant upon internet access, ensure you’re covered for less than $1 per month with this deal.

Protect your email with this awesome WordPress plugin

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This WordPress plugin hides your email from malware.
If you operate a WordPress site, you can hide your email address from bots with this plugin.
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Posting your email on your own website shouldn’t lead to an inbox full of spam. Luckily, there’s a middle ground between giving your audience no way to reach you and handing bots and malware everything to use against you.

The Email Protection WordPress Plugin hides your email from web crawlers that log and use your information, but still makes it easy for your readers to contact you. For a limited time, this one-time purchase is on sale for just $9.99 (regularly $37).

Save with Cyber Monday deals on tools for cloud storage and online security

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Save more than 90% on massive cloud storage deals and powerful VPNs, great gifts for anyone with a digital dimension to their life.
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Storage and security are among the most important resources in our digital lives. So we rounded up four great deals on massive cloud storage accounts and VPN protection, to make sure you stay safe, anonymous and never run out of space. Even better, they’re available at truly massive discounts. To save an additional 40% on apps and software, apply the code CMSAVE40 at checkout.

Dashlane launches first-of-its-kind scoring tool for business password health

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Dashlane's new dashboard for scoring password health can inform businesses' security strategies.
Dashlane's new dashboard for scoring password health can inform businesses' security strategies.
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This password security for businesses post is presented by Dashlane.

We often report on proper password management as an easy and cost-effective way for folks to secure their online lives against threats. Now Dashlane has gone and made it even easier for businesses to make the most of this vital step by offering the industry’s first password health score dashboard, released Monday.

With hacks crippling small businesses, defend yours with Dashlane business plans

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When small businesses don't prioritize online security, they may pay the ultimate price. Dashlane for Business can help.
When small businesses don't prioritize online security, they may pay the ultimate price. Dashlane for Business can help.
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This cybersecurity post is presented by Dashlane.

When you run a small business, you often wear a lot of hats. The strategy hat. The customer service hat. Even the “those floors aren’t going to mop themselves” hat.

Unfortunately, sometimes the network security hat is left on the hook by the door, and that’s just what hackers hope for — lax security and plenty worth stealing, from your cash reserves to customers’ credit card information.

Why should you use a VPN on your iPhone and Mac?

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Surfshark VPN helps you secure unlimited Apple devices.
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This VPN post is presented by Surfshark.

Humans use the internet for almost everything. That’s hardly a revolutionary statement, but it’s crucial to keep in mind. From theater tickets to bank accounts, if we can have it all on one handheld device, why not do it? It’s convenient and easy.

But with that convenience comes risks. Typically, humans adapt to new technology — but so do criminals, shady corporations and marketing agencies looking to profit off as many internet users as possible.

That’s why virtual private networks (VPNs) have become popular. While the internet security product was initially created for corporations to protect their assets, demand eventually grew for everyday internet users. The market is ever-growing, and there’s a VPN for everyone, whether you want a free or a premium product. One of the top-rated and affordable options is Surfshark — a humanized VPN for anyone and everyone.

Intego Mac Premium Bundle X9’s powerful solutions secure your Mac

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Mac Premium Bundle X9 protects your computer from online threats with five apps.
Mac Premium Bundle X9 safeguards your precious computer.
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This Mac security post is presented by Intego.

Macs have a reputation for being less vulnerable than PCs to online threats like malware and viruses, but your machine is certainly not invulnerable. Far from it, actually. It can pay to invest in a suite of security apps like those in Intego Mac Premium Bundle X9 to protect your Mac from a variety of online threats.

Spod VPN & Web Filter brings total online anonymity to Mac users

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Spod VPN & Web Filter is your first step toward online security and true anonymity.
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This online security post is presented by Spod.

With the recent release of a macOS version, the online security and anonymity that Spod VPN & Web Filter provides for iPhone users is now available to Mac owners for the first time. And the anonymity in this case is for real. The app does not even require registration, so users remain truly anonymous while using it.

Stay secure on public Wi-Fi networks with a VPN [Deals]

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Protect your online activity and browse without restriction for life.
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Whether you travel for the holidays or as part of your everyday life, going online on the road typically means being vulnerable to threats. Snoops and identity thieves love public Wi-Fi networks. For protection and peace of mind on the go, your best bet is a VPN.

The top 5 online heists: Don’t be a victim

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Top five online heists: Dashlane can help you avoid becoming a victim of cybercrime.
Dashlane can help you avoid becoming a victim of cybercrime.
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This online security post is presented by Dashlane.

Ocean’s 11-style capers, whether in movies or in the real world, are a lot more colorful than the typical online heist. But they are usually a lot less lucrative than real-life cybercrimes. The top online thefts in recent history netted copious amounts of cash or financial data. And despite increasing sophistication, hackers sitting at their keyboards often have a considerably easier time of it than George Clooney’s all-star cast of super-grifters did in the movie.

If the top five online heists described below don’t make you feel the acute need to review your own personal online financial security, they should.

Stay secure and anonymous online with this powerful, discounted VPN [Deals]

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This powerful VPN is full of security features, easy to use, and works on up to 10 devices at once.
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When you go online, you face tons of lurking threats to your security and privacy. You also can encounter annoying content restrictions based on your location or IP address. All these problems can be addressed by a virtual private network, so why aren’t you using one?

Adding VPN protection to your iPhone is easier than you think

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Dashlane's built-in VPN makes online security a snap.
Dashlane's built-in VPN makes online security a snap.
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This post is presented by Dashlane.

If you’ve ever read our website (hi), you know we’re big fans of virtual private networks. A solid VPN can keep your online activity secure and anonymous by preventing malware and trackers. It also can bypass annoying location restrictions on streaming content. Anytime you use a public Wi-Fi network, you face possible threats to your security online.

Two more video chat apps have eavesdropping problems

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This is what a hacker looks like. Yes, all of them!
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Following the revelation of a Zoom security vulnerability that potentially let hackers break into users’ webcams, similar problems have been found in two other video chat apps.

The conferencing services in question are RingCentral and Zhumu. The flaw means that malicious websites could potentially open up secret video conferences with anyone who has installed the apps.

Don’t be stupid: Avoid this incredibly common (and incredibly risky) mistake

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Don't make this one stupid password mistake. Use Dashlane Password manager instead.
Don't make this one stupid password mistake.
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This post is presented by Dashlane.

When it comes to data security, even smart people make this one incredibly stupid mistake: They use the same password on multiple websites. Even if you use (and reuse) a strong, virtually unbreakable password, this all-too-common blunder instantly leaves you vulnerable. As soon as one of the websites you use your password on gets hacked, it’s going to screw up your week.

Luckily this is one headache that’s easy to avoid.

Find the best VPN for Mac and other operating systems

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You know you need to get a VPN, and this ranking site helps you make an informed choice of provider.
You know you need to get a VPN, and this ranking site helps you make an informed choice of provider.
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This post is presented by VPNRanks

By now, you ought to know that going online without a VPN is downright irresponsible. There are countless threats to your security and privacy roaming the web, not to mention the irritation of location-based content restrictions. But there are seemingly just as many VPN options to choose from, so where to begin?

Make a New Year’s resolution to be safer online [Deals]

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Utilize Dashlane's advanced features to take control of your online security.
Utilize Dashlane's advanced features to take control of your online security.
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This post is presented by Dashlane.

New Year’s resolutions are sure easy to make. But even the healthiest commitments can be hard to keep over time. Luckily, any resolution to be safer online is easy to stick with — when you get the right tool.

The one and only security app you need for your new iPhone, iPad or Mac

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Got a new device? DownloadDashlane best password manager immediately.
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This post is presented by Dashlane.

Nothing feels quite as nice as booting up a brand new device for the first time. But opening up a new iPhone or Mac means reconnecting a lot of sensitive accounts and information. And nothing feels quite as annoying as spending all your time with your new device trying to remember and re-enter all your passwords for every website you visit or app you load.

A password manager so easy, my mom uses it

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My mom, Pauline Kahney, is a new and enthusiastic user of the Dashlane password manager.
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My mom, who is 75, loves her Apple technology. She’s a full-fledged member of the Cult, with an iPhone, iPad, MacBook, iMac and Apple TV. She uses them all, all the time, to do everything, just like the rest of us.

But she always had trouble with passwords — at least until I introduced her to Dashlane, the official password manager of Cult of Mac.

In our video below, you can see exactly how easy it was for her to start using Dashlane.

Score top-rated VPN protection for a third the usual price [Deals]

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This top tier VPN offers online anonymity and data security, and high bandwidth on 5 devices at once.
This top-tier VPN offers online anonymity, data security and high bandwidth on five devices at once.
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Online life is risky, with countless threats to our identity and data security. That’s why we’re big advocates of connecting to the internet via a virtual private network, or VPN. So we’re excited to share this deal on a subscription to a top-shelf VPN.

The dark web: Staying safe on the internet you don’t see

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If hackers dump your personal data onto the dark web, you need to know about it. Dashlane Dark Web Monitoring can sound the alarm.
If hackers dump your personal data onto the dark web, you need to know about it.
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This post is presented by Dashlane.

On the web you don’t see, hackers constantly upload lists of passwords, usernames, Social Security and phone numbers, addresses and other personal information every day. Do you know if your data is being bought and sold on the dark web? Using a service like Dashlane can give you the answer.

iOS 12 opens new password management possibilities

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A big change in iOS 12 makes password managers like Dashlane even easier to use.
A big change in iOS 12 makes password managers even easier to use.
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This post is presented by Dashlane.

One of iOS 12’s most powerful features — a newfound compatibility with password management apps — kind of flew under the radar. But that doesn’t mean it’s not a big deal. In fact, this is a huge step forward for password managers like Dashlane, because it makes them far easier to use on iPhones and iPads.

With the recent Facebook hack compromising the personal data of 50 million users, there’s never been a better time to change all your passwords. And if you’re going to use strong, unique and extremely hard-to-remember passwords for every site you visit or web service you use, you’re going to need industrial-strength password management.

Why a dedicated password manager beats your browser every time

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Dashlane password manager vs web browser: Don't rely on your web browser to keep track of your passwords.
Pro tip: Don't rely on your web browser to keep track of your passwords.
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This post is presented by Dashlane.

Doing anything online means remembering a slew of passwords. That’s why we’re strong advocates of using a password manager like Dashlane. But why use a password manager when your web browser offers to keep track of passwords for you?

The short answer is that, in today’s age of security and privacy concerns, password management is about a lot more than convenience.

Facebook makes logins easy, but at what cost?

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Maybe it's time to stop letting Facebook manage your logins.
Maybe it's time to stop letting Facebook manage your logins.
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This post is brought to you by Dashlane.

With all of the news about data insecurity at Facebook, you might be thinking twice about using the social network to log in to other apps. Sure, using the Facebook Login feature makes it simple to create an account or log in to apps and websites.

Unfortunately, it also adds to the data dossier Facebook is compiling about you and your friends.

This one simple tool will instantly improve your online life

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The Dashlane password manager takes the pain out of passwords.
Dashlane 5 takes the pain out of passwords.
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This post is presented by Dashlane.

If there’s one thing you would like to spend less time dealing with online, what would it be? Filling out the same name, address or credit card info for the hundredth time? Maybe remembering and entering each of your dozens of (hopefully strong) passwords?