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How to watch the 2026 FIFA World Cup

Find out how to watch the 2026 FIFA Word Cup from the U.S., and get tips on streaming with a VPN.

Written by Oliver Buxton

Published May 06, 2026 6 min read

Data Breach Knowledge Center

2026 has seen major data breaches, including at Aura and Canvas. Find out what steps to take if your data was exposed.

Online Shopping Scams

Discover some of the most common online shopping scams and tips to protect your money and personal information.

Norton’s AI Knowledge Center

Check out our articles on AI so you know how to use it to your advantage, but also what to look out for in the age of AI.

Norton’s Scams Knowledge Center

Check out our articles on online scams to learn how to avoid them and what to do if you fall victim to one.

Norton’s VPN Knowledge Center

Explore our VPN articles to understand how they work, when to use them, and how Norton VPN keeps you secure.

Financial Wellness in a Digital World

Financial wellness and Cyber Safety go hand in hand. Learn more about smarter digital money management.

Editor’s picks

Free ransomware decryption tools

Ransomware is a major cybersecurity threat for individuals and businesses. If you or your business has been hit, don't pay the ransom: browse our free ransomware decryption tools and get in touch with Norton.

Written by Jeremy Coppock

Published April 23, 2026

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Norton AI Agent Protection: A new layer of security in Norton 360

Learn how to put your AI agent to work more safely with AI Agent Protection, a new feature of Norton 360.

Written by Jeremy Coppock

Published April 14, 2026

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Job scam statistics to know for 2026

Job scams are more common than you might think. Check out these alarming job scam stats before hitting “send” on that application.

Written by Jeremy Coppock

Published March 02, 2026

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What is the Nigerian prince scam, and how can you protect yourself?

Learn how the Nigerian Prince scam works, its red flags, and steps to protect yourself.

Written by Anthony Freda

Published January 26, 2026

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Is Telegram safe for the average user?

Learn about the potential safety risks of Telegram and how you can protect yourself when using it.

Written by Jeremy Coppock

Published March 14, 2025

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How to retire early: Financial planning tips and strategies

Retire early with these tips on smart savings and investing strategies for financial independence.

Written by Jeremy Coppock

Published December 22, 2025

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GhostPairing: A new WhatsApp threat explained

Learn more about GhostPairing, a new technique threat actors are using to compromise WhatsApp accounts.

Written by Jeremy Coppock

Published March 02, 2026

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Is TikTok safe? Risks you should be aware of

TikTok may seem safe, but this popular app has its fair share of security risks. Learn how you can stay safer on TikTok.

Written by Emma McGowan

Updated September 16, 2025

Account Security

What is business email compromise (BEC)?

Security questions: Examples, risks, and safer alternatives

What to do after a data breach or leak: 7 steps

Artificial Intelligence

AI scams: What are they and how can you avoid them?

Is AI dangerous?

VibeScams: AI-built fake websites that feel real

Family Safety

9 online safety tips for kids, teens, and parents

How to block inappropriate content: 10 simple strategies

5 best family password managers for households

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How to remove a hacker from your phone in 8 steps

Yes, iPhones can get hacked: Here’s how

How to tell if your phone is tapped and what to do about it

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11 warning signs your phone is hacked and what to do if it is

Ransomware decryption tools

Bitdefender vs. Norton: Which antivirus wins?

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What is email spoofing? A complete guide

What is spear phishing? Definition and examples

What is phishing? How to spot it and avoid it

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Top 5 Ways Scammers Have Used AI and Deepfakes in 2025

5 common Tinder scams to avoid

9 romance scams, and dating scammers’ favorite lies

Security Tips

3 ways to send tax documents securely and protect against tax fraud

9 online safety tips for kids, teens, and parents

Yes, iPhones can get hacked: Here’s how

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Privacy

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What is the dark web and how do you access it?

The dark web is a part of the internet that most search engines can’t access — learn how to use it.

Written by Oliver Buxton

Updated March 26, 2025

Digital Life

Norton Insights Report: Artificial Intimacy

9 Weird tax deductions you may not know

17 top social media threats of 2026

Identity Protection

What is data security? Key principles and protection strategies

Aura data breach: What happened and how to respond

What to do after a data breach or leak: 7 steps

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How to increase upload speed: 13 tips for faster internet

What is UPnP and is it safe?

What is an internet service provider (ISP)?

VPN

How to watch the 2026 FIFA World Cup in the U.S.

What is a peer-to-peer (P2P) VPN, and how do they work?

What is an internet service provider (ISP)?

Privacy Tips

Is DuckDuckGo safe? See the pros and cons

What is a peer-to-peer (P2P) VPN, and how do they work?

What to do after a data breach or leak: 7 steps

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Bloatware: What it is and how to spot and remove it

Unwanted software slowing you down? Learn what bloatware is and how to speed up your computer by getting rid of it.

Written by Crissy Joshua

Updated January 23, 2025

Cleaning

How to stop apps from running in the background: iPhone and Android

How to clean your PC in 16 steps

11 ways to free up disk space on PC and Mac

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What are Steam card scams? A gamer’s guide to staying safer

The 6 best DNS servers for gaming on PC, PS5, and Xbox

Is Discord safe? A privacy and safety guide for parents

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6 reasons your iPhone is not turning on and how to fix it

How to check what motherboard I have

How to lower CPU usage: 12 ways

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6 reasons your iPhone is not turning on and how to fix it

Bitdefender vs. Norton: Which antivirus wins?

Web browsers vs. search engines: What’s the difference?

Performance Tips

How to increase upload speed: 13 tips for faster internet

How to free up RAM on PC or Mac

How to block apps on an iPhone (5 simple methods)

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How to watch the 2026 FIFA World Cup

Free ransomware decryption tools

Norton AI Agent Protection: A new layer of security in Norton 360

Job scam statistics to know for 2026

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What is the Nigerian prince scam, and how can you protect yourself?

Is Telegram safe for the average user?

How to retire early: Financial planning tips and strategies

GhostPairing: A new WhatsApp threat explained

Free Tools & Trials

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Is TikTok safe? Risks you should be aware of

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What is the dark web and how do you access it?

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Bloatware: What it is and how to spot and remove it

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