Sextortion scams have stolen millions — New Google Drive feature you will love
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4 things you need to know today 1. Google stands behind feature that allows someone to track your every move Your location data is a great find for hackers, companies and even government agencies. It's also a great way for cyberstalkers to torment victims. A researcher found out how the Google Maps Timeline feature lets creepy third parties nose around your location history. Follow these steps to take your privacy back. Tap or click here to protect your location data. → |
2. Sextortion emails are scary and effective - Victims out $8M so far this year The global pandemic might have shifted our dating behaviors to online platforms, but it hasn't diminished the real-world risks that go with it. The FBI has received over 16,000 complaints of sextortion so far this year, and there are no signs of it slowing down. Here's how to keep yourself safe. Tap or click here to stay protected from sextortion scams. → |
3. Use Google Drive on the go? You're going to love this new offline feature Having all your documents safely stored online is great for productivity. What isn't good for your workflow is not having a stable internet connection. Fortunately, Google has made some long-awaited changes to its Google Drive system that will make things easier. We'll tell you what changed and how to continue working offline. Tap or click here to use Google Docs even when you're offline. → |
4. How to save text messages on iOS and Android If you're like me, you have tons of text messages on your phone. But what if you have some special messages that you want to keep forever and easily find? I'll show you some simple ways to save texts on both iOS and Android devices. Tap or click here for instructions on how to save text messages. → |
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