When someone blocks your number, they’ll no longer receive your calls or texts. On iPhones, even your iMessage and FaceTime won’t get through. How can you tell if someone blocks your number? Here are a few signs that may clue you in, including how many rings you’ll hear when you call and a message you could hear. Plus, get tips for what to do if you suspect you’ve been blocked but want to be sure.

Security threats are pretty much everywhere online these days. Data breaches, phishing scams, ransomware attacks and identity thieves … The list goes on and on. So how can you stay safe? In this DIY Security tip, Kim shares 7 ways you need to protect yourself online. There really is no excuse to ignore these habits anymore — not if you want to be protected.

Shopping online with your credit card isn’t as safe as you think. Wherever there’s money involved, scammers gather. That’s why you need a secure method to pay or send money on the web. We’ll show you three options safer than your credit or debit card and help you settle on a new way to pay, shop and send money online.

Online shopping: It’s easy, it’s convenient and it’s fun. But it can also be dangerous with cybercriminals coming after your info and your money. In this Komando DIY, we’ll give you three easy ways to shop safer and protect your wallet.

Security threats are everywhere online these days. Between breaches, phishing scams, ransomware attacks and identity theft, it’s hard to know where to start if you want to stay safe. In this Komando DIY, we’ll walk you through simple steps to protect your personal information on the web, keep your device secure, create safe online accounts and stop oversharing. You’ll be an expert in no time.

You can find a whopping 700,000 active podcasts online — more than 29 million episodes. If you’re a podcast lover, have you considered whether this form of media puts your privacy at risk? Kim talks to Rob Walch, Vice President of Podcaster Relations at Libsyn, about the current podcast landscape. They dive into the way companies monetize podcasts, including the sketchy practice of tracking listeners who haven’t opted in.

Sextortion is a form of blackmail, and your personal photos and/or videos are at stake. Here’s how to identify this scam, secure your computer and protect yourself.

Have you ever tried to sign up for a service or app and there’s a button that says, “Log in with your Facebook account?” It’s certainly convenient to sign up for a service using an existing Facebook or Google account. Doing this auto-fills your information, adds your profile picture and sets you up with a single tap. But what does it mean for your security? Kim explores the safest way to sign in.

If you want to keep your online activity to yourself, it’s time to move beyond your browser’s built-in privacy mode. In this Digital Life Hack, Kim will show you a few options to stay hidden, including alternative browsers and a search engine that won’t track or sell your info. But the one trick to really protect your privacy? Watch to find out.

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There’s no question Amazon dominates the online shopping world. But you might not like just how much the tech giant knows about you. If you want to get the most out of Amazon without sacrificing your privacy, it’s time to optimize your profile settings so the company (and advertisers) know as little about you as possible. These five critical security settings will give Amazon access to just the bare necessities of your personal data.

If you’re still using a debit card or cash to pay for things, you’re stuck in the past. There’s a safer and more convenient way to pay — your phone. If you need to reimburse a friend or split a bill, payment apps are especially helpful. They promise security and stability when sending money over the web, but which one is the best for ordinary users?

These unsuspecting Zoom video-conferencing attendees had a special guest drop into their meeting … but the most unexpected surprise comes at the end of this call.

Do you do your banking online? It’s much more convenient than going to a physical location, but it’s hard to trust that your financial info is safe. In this DIY Security tip, Kim has a few steps you can take to make sure you, and your money, are protected.

Deepfake videos are going mainstream. These AI-manipulated videos make it appear as if someone is saying or doing something they aren’t, and the tools are becoming more widely available. Kim talks to an expert in deepfake technology, Henry Ajder, head of communications and research analysis at Deeptrace. The company uses manual searching, web scraping tools and data analysis to detect deepfakes.

Security and privacy are becoming more important to many of us as social media and the internet have gripped society with the vice claw of personal data repositories. Now, not only can virtually anyone look up your address, phone number, list of fears, mother’s sister’s, first cousin’s, step-father’s, mother’s maiden name, but they can even see what you look like. Facial recognition has come a long way, and there are some real perils if the trend continues.

It’s no secret Kim isn’t a fan of Facebook’s data-hungry practices and lax hold on users’ private information. That’s why Mark Zuckerberg’s newest venture is even more concerning. Facebook recently purchased a mind-reading tech company (yes, you read that right) and if you think it’s a good idea, think again.

ATM fraud is nightmare fuel for almost everyone, but how does it actually happen? Sometimes scammers steal your bank card or account information online via hacking or phishing. Other times, they resort to sneaky gadgets that scan your card when you least expect it. Watch as this man discovers an ATM skimmer, and learn what to look for to protect yourself.

The way we create passwords just isn’t cutting it. Between countless data breaches, phishing schemes and brute-force password cracking apps for hackers, there’s no shortage of ways to break into an account. Kim lays out five ground rules for creating secure passwords to protect all your accounts.

The internet is wonderful thing, but being connected comes at a cost: Your privacy. In this Komando DIY video, we dive into the Internet of Things — and the good and bad that comes along with it. Your router is the “front door” to all your connected gadgets, and we’ll show you how to secure it. Plus, get more tips to protect your devices and data in a hyper-connected world.

The internet is a dangerous place, and cybercriminals are getting more clever by the day. Keep your data out of the wrong hands with these 5 digital safety tips. Learn how to safeguard your accounts, protect your network, create strong passwords and much more.