Security Guides
Something went wrong. These guides walk you through exactly what to do — step by step, no jargon.
My Email Was Hacked
Signs your email account has been compromised — and exactly what to do, whether you can still log in or not.
Read guide →I Clicked a Phishing Link
Don't panic. What actually happened depends on what you did next — here's how to find out, and exactly what to do.
Read guide →My Social Media Account Was Hacked
Signs your Facebook, Instagram, or Discord account has been compromised — and exactly what to do to get it back.
Read guide →Someone Is Blackmailing Me Online
If someone is threatening to expose your photos, private information, or accounts unless you pay — here's exactly what to do.
Read guide →I Got a Fake Invoice Email
You received an email claiming you owe money for something you didn't order. Here's what it is, what to do, and — most importantly — what not to do.
Read guide →My Computer Says I Have Ransomware
A screen appeared saying your files are locked — or a warning popped up. Here's how to tell if it's real, and exactly what to do.
Read guide →My Website Has Been Hacked and Replaced
You visited your website and found it replaced with a hacker message, strange content, or something completely different. Here's what to do.
Read guide →I Got a Google Security Alert About My Account
Google sent you a security alert about a new sign-in or suspicious activity. Here's how to tell if it's real, and exactly what to do.
Read guide →Something Suspicious Is Running on My Windows Computer
Your computer is slow, your antivirus flagged something, or you spotted an unfamiliar process. Here's how to check what's going on and what to do.
Read guide →A Website Told Me to Click or Run Something to Fix a Problem
A website showed an error, a CAPTCHA, or an alert and asked you to run a command, download a fix, or call a number. Here's what just happened and what to do.
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