How to protect yourself and your data online by reducing visibility By Rob Clymo last updated 12 December 24 Had enough of being snooped on and having your personal information treated as a commodity? It's time to disappear.
How to use iOS 18 Locked and Hidden Apps features – and why you should By Chiara Castro published 20 September 24 You can now hide and lock your applications to boost your mobile privacy and security. Here's how and when you should use it.
How to turn off active status on Instagram By Vic Hood published 5 January 25 Here's how to turn off your activity status on Instagram in a few easy steps.
How to use Apple Intelligence's most underrated feature: Reduce Interruptions Focus Mode By John-Anthony Disotto published 28 October 24 How to use Apple Intelligence's Reduce Interruptions Focus Mode in iOS 18.1
How to browse the web anonymously By Stefan Ionescu last updated 1 July 25 VPNs, anonymous browsers, data removal services, and more: here's everything you need to know to boost your online anonymity.
I created a Windows 11 virtual machine to test DeepSeek safely – here's how you can do it for free By Matt Hanson published 29 January 25 We show you how to create a Windows 11 virtual machine to safely test out the new DeepSeek AI tool.
How to turn off Meta AI Assistant By Eric Hal Schwartz published 8 November 24 No AI please, Mr Zuckerberg.
How to get started with Tor Browser - a web browser designed for privacy By Stefan Ionescu last updated 1 July 25 The anonymity and security offered by Tor Browser's encryption can be highly appealing.
Proton Mail doesn't guarantee anonymity—unless you do this By Chiara Castro last updated 23 May 24 A Proton Mail recovery email leading to the arrest of a Spanish activist flared up discussions recently. Here's how to use the private email more anonymously.
How to send an anonymous email By Stefan Ionescu last updated 1 July 25 We walk you through the process of sending emails anonymously via the use of a VPN and other privacy tools.
We fell in love with the Meta Ray-Ban Display glasses in no time, and you can test them yourself at Best Buy – here's how By Max Delaney published 18 September 25 Get a look into the future at your local store
Alexa too loud? How to use Whisper Mode on an Amazon Echo By Josephine Watson last updated 27 December 24 Whether you've got a late night query or just enjoy some peace and quiet, Alexa's Whisper Mode can be a real boon.
How to password protect a folder on Windows By Sofia Elizabella Wyciślik-Wilson published 10 March 24 It is not enough to have a password for your Windows account – sometimes folder-level security is needed.
How to fix the macOS Sequoia pop-up issue By Allisa James published 19 October 24 We'll show you how to fix the macOS Sequoia pop-up issue before Apple eventually does.
How to private browse in Chrome on Windows, Android and ChromeOS By Stefan Ionescu published 1 July 25 Here is how you can browse in private on Chrome for Windows, Android and ChromeOS.
How to turn off Apple Intelligence - say goodbye to Apple AI By John-Anthony Disotto published 13 November 24 How to turn off Apple Intelligence on any compatible device.
How to make an image background transparent in Photoshop By Jasmine Mannan published 12 March 25 In this guide, we’ll show you how to make the background transparent in Photoshop with any image.
Bad romance: how to take control of your dating data and avoid a clinch from a cyberstalker By River Hart published 28 January 25 There’s a lot to like about online dating – but digital stalkers aren’t one of them. Here’s everything you need to know about securing your online love life.
How to set up a green screen By Reece Bithrey published 29 December 24 Our guide on how to set up a green screen.
Here's how to create your own images on an iPhone, iPad, or Mac with Image Playground By Jacob Krol published 18 December 24 It's one of my favorite Apple Intelligence features and gives you a bit more power than Genmoji.
How to use a VPN with CarPlay By Krishi Chowdhary published 4 April 24 CarPlay won't always work with a VPN, especially if it's missing reliable obfuscation and split tunneling. I've detailed a few methods to try to get things up and running.
How to use location apps without leaving a trail of data and getting followed everywhere you go By Krishi Chowdhary published 29 January 25 Ever wondered if it's possible to use map apps without forking over location data (and more)? Here's what you need to know.
I turned my dog into a plushie using AI and it was super easy By Eric Hal Schwartz published 23 January 25 How to use Google Whisk to make images.
ChatGPT chats are now appearing in Google search – here’s how to stop Google from spying on your conversations By Graham Barlow published 31 July 25 Thousands of ChatGPT conversations are just a Google search away – make sure yours aren’t among them.
How to private browse in Safari on Mac, iPhone and iPad By Stefan Ionescu last updated 18 June 25 Here is how you can browse incognito on Safari on Mac, iPhone and iPad.
How to use Surfshark on Apple TV By Shaun Rockwood published 3 June 24 Unblock Apple TV content when you're traveling with the help of Surfshark, my #1 Apple TV VPN.
How to pay for a VPN anonymously By Zoran Danilovic published 11 February 25 Wondering if there's a low-key way to buy a VPN? You're in luck. Here's everything you need to know.
This Samsung Galaxy S24 AI feature lets you generate infinite new wallpapers – here's how to use it By Alex Walker-Todd published 9 February 24 AI generated wallpapers are one of the most eye-catching new AI features on the Galaxy S24 series. We show you how to get the most out of it.
Apple Intelligence has a waitlist, but you can join it early today - here's how to skip the queue By John-Anthony Disotto published 22 October 24 You can jump the line by joining the Apple AI bandwagon early.
Every tap, every message – how to stop your smartphone spying on you By Stuart Burns published 31 January 25 Smartphones spying on us isn't anything new – but how deep does it go, and how can you prevent it? Here's what you need to know.