Data Privacy Week 2025 has begun – check out our latest expert advice on how to stay safe online

The best cheap VPN: Surfshark
The first rule of taking back control over your data is minimizing the information you share online in the first place. Surfshark is one of the best VPN tools on the market that can help you do that. For as little as the equivalent of $2.19 a month, you'll get premium privacy across unlimited devices for a very tiny price. Take Surfshark for a test drive with a 30-day money-back guarantee.

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Huge US data broker hack compromises privacy for millions worldwide
The Gravy Analytics hack, a breach of a US data location broker that holds data from millions of iPhone and Android users worldwide, was another reminder of the great dangers of data collection.

Is 10,000 steps a day worth your personal data? How 80% of fitness apps are selling your privacy
Researchers found alarming data collection rates among today's top fitness apps. Strava and Fitbit came out as the most data-hungry, collecting 84% of all potential data points.

How to prevent data collection (and kick unwanted cookies to the curb)
Looking to limit your data footprint? Look no further than limiting your cookies. No, not the tasty ones, you! Cookies are a key tool in tracking your movements online, but not all are as necessary as they seem.

How to clean up your digital footprint: 3 privacy-boosting tips
Minimizing your online data trail is key to protecting your digital privacy. Here are three easy steps to help you do that today.

How to protect yourself and your data online
While you can’t become 100% invisible online unless you’ve never logged into a website before, you can still get very close to removing your information from the internet. Here's how.

Want to hit restart on your online presence? Here's 5 tools you need to stay truly private online
It's easier than you think to hit the reset button on your online presence. So, we've given you all the tools you need to get started on a more secure online experience.

What are the benefits of using a VPN in 2025?
Whether you're new to VPNs or a seasoned pro, there's always more to learn about the benefits of virtual private networks. Here's everything a VPN can help you with this year and going forward.

Best secure VPN 2025
Looking to secure yourself online without any doubts? Here are our top-ranking secure VPNs you can get your hands on this year. We've used our proprietary testing and expert experiences to ensure you're not left wondering if your VPN will do the job.