Story summary: Customer support data tied to Discord was exposed after a Zendesk vendor account was compromised. Leaked items include uploaded documents and attachments, including government ID images for account appeals. Impact review is ongoing while Discord contacts affected users and rotate internal credentials. What’s next? Watch for official notices sent to your account email […]

So you want to mass delete hundreds or thousands of Discord messages at once? Manual deletion is tedious, but with Redact you can batch-remove messages across servers and DMs safely, using filters and preview modes to avoid mistakes. In this guide you’ll: Let’s get started. Step 1: Download Redact for Discord Go to https://redact.dev/ and […]

Discord rolled out a set of policy updates that touch safety, identity checks, and how they use data to power sponsored content. Two changes matter most for privacy minded users: new age verification for the United Kingdom and broader data use for ad targeting and ‘Quest’ measurement. We’ve broken down both of these core updates, […]

Your child is already building an online presence – whether you realize it or not. From their first baby photo on Instagram to their comments on YouTube, everything posted online becomes part of their digital footprint. That content can follow them for years. It could be seen by friends, schools, strangers, or even future employers. […]

Why your digital footprint matters more than ever Every post, like, comment, and old profile leaves a trail. That trail can affect job offers, college admissions, relationships, and even your safety. Reducing your online presence is not about hiding. It is about protecting your privacy and controlling your digital story. People often think the internet […]

Why your social media matters to colleges You’ve studied for the SAT, written the perfect essay, and lined up strong recommendation letters. But what about your Facebook posts from two years ago? Or that tweet you made without thinking? Colleges are not just looking at grades. They are also looking at character. And increasingly, they […]

Why your social media is part of your brand You are already being Googled. Whether you are job hunting, pitching clients, or networking with peers, your name is probably being searched. And what shows up first? Often, it is your social media profiles. Recruiters, hiring managers, and potential collaborators are all making quick judgments based […]

Background checks for employment have become a routine part of recruitment – you can learn about what gets checked here. Over 90% of US employers run at least one type of background check. What began as simple identity confirmation now includes credit pulls, drug tests, and deep dives into public online behavior. A Harris Poll […]

Why background checks matter Background screening is now routine hiring practice. A 2022 PBSA survey found that 94 percent of US employers ran at least one type of background check on candidates. In the last decade the scope of these checks has expanded. Credit reports, driving histories, drug tests, and criminal records still matter, but […]

When preparing for a job interview, polishing your resume and practicing answers are important but cleaning up your social media is just as critical. Today, many employers look beyond your CV. They check your online presence to get a sense of who you are outside of the interview. Your Twitter, Facebook, Reddit, or LinkedIn can […]