Security How Tos
SEE SECURITY STORIES BY CATEGORY
How-To
How to remove a browser hijacker
If your web browser keeps redirecting you to an unwanted web page, a browser hijacker is probably to blame. Here's how to get rid of it
How-To
How to use Passkeys on Apple devices
If you wish to make your credentials more secure on your Apple device, start using passkeys. Here's how to do it
How-To
How to enable Windows Defender
Windows Security is Microsoft's built-in antivirus protection for Windows. Here's how to turn on Windows Defender
How-To
How to check if a link is safe
Received a link in an email, text message or via WhatsApp? Here’s how to test and find out if it’s dangerous or not.
How-To
How to check if a file contains a virus
We explain how to quickly check if a file is safe to open or install on your computer.
How-To
How to use a VPN on PS4 and PS5
Using a VPN with your PS4 or PS5 can be a complicated process – we've broken down four ways to set up a VPN on your PlayStation
How-To
How to watch blocked YouTube videos from other countries
Bypass YouTube's filter to watch geo-blocked videos that say 'The uploader has not made this video available in your country'
How-To
How to delete yourself from the internet
It’s said that once you post something online it’s there forever. But that isn’t always true: here’s how to delete your personal information from the internet.
How-To
How to protect your identity online
With these tips and tools you can better protect yourself from identity fraud, doxxing, and personal attacks.
How-To
How to install free antivirus on your new phone, tablet and PC
We show you step by step how to put free security software on your Android phone and Windows devices.
How-To
How to use a VPN on Fire TV Stick
Installing and using a VPN on a Fire Stick is easy. Here's how to do it, and which VPN to use
How-To
How to export your LastPass passwords & switch to an alternative
Following the LastPass hacks, we show you how to export your passwords and import them to Bitwarden.
How-To
How to use a password manager
Password managers store your logins so you don't have to use the same password for every website. Here's how to use Bitwarden.
How-To
How to unlock an Android phone if you’ve forgotten your PIN
Forgotten your passcode or password for your Android device? Never fear – here's how to unlock your phone and avoid getting locked out
How-To
How to avoid getting scammed in 2022
It’s easy to get caught out and lose a lot of money, but here’s how to spot a scam and avoid becoming a victim
How-To
How to remove login password in Windows
Even if you don't have the luxury of fingerprint or face unlock, typing your password each time might not be necessary
How-To
How to find out if someone has blocked you on their iPhone
Do you think someone has blocked you on their iPhone? Here's how you can check.
How-To
How to set up and use a VPN
If you want the freedom to watch and read whatever you want online without also being tracked you need a VPN. We explain how to set up and use one.
How-To
How to install a dash cam
There’s no need to pay for professional installation: you can install a dash cam yourself.
How-To