The Most Common Scams on Facebook (2025)

The Most Common Scams on Facebook (2025)

Cybersecurity

Facebook feels personal. It is filled with familiar names, faces, and memories. That sense of comfort is exactly what scammers use to their advantage. Social engineering is not about hacking software. It is about manipulating people. If you trust what you see, you are more likely to click, share, or respond. That is why Facebook […]

8/27/2025
Home Depot’s Facial Recognition Lawsuit Raises Alarming Privacy Questions

Home Depot’s Facial Recognition Lawsuit Raises Alarming Privacy Questions

Surveillance

Facial recognition technology is spreading rapidly, showing up in airports, stores, and even our everyday devices. While it is often promoted as a tool for security and convenience, its quiet expansion into the private sector has sparked serious debate. The latest controversy centers around Home Depot, which is now facing a major lawsuit over its […]

8/22/2025
Liking a LinkedIn Post Almost Cost This Person a Job – Social Media Screening

Liking a LinkedIn Post Almost Cost This Person a Job – Social Media Screening

LinkedIn

Background checks used to be about verifying your criminal history, employment records, or education. But now, even the smallest pieces of your online activity are being put under the microscope. A recent post on r/privacy shows just how invasive this has become. The Reddit user explained that Sterling, a major background check company, scanned their […]

8/20/2025
Salesforce Breach: What the Google Hack Means for Your Data (June-August 2025)

Salesforce Breach: What the Google Hack Means for Your Data (June-August 2025)

Google

Hackers recently compromised one of Google’s Salesforce databases, exposing sensitive data from small and medium-sized businesses. The attackers used a maliciously modified Salesforce app to carry out their campaign, raising concerns not just about corporate cybersecurity but also the broader risks posed by social engineering attacks. Social Engineering: How the Google Breach Happened Social engineering […]

8/7/2025
How to Mass Delete Your Yelp Reviews and Comments

How to Mass Delete Your Yelp Reviews and Comments

Business

Negative Yelp reviews might have felt cathartic at the time, but they can come back to haunt you. Whether you’re protecting your privacy, managing your online presence, or simply wiping the slate clean, Redact makes it fast and easy to bulk delete your Yelp content. Why Use Redact for Yelp? Redact is the fastest, easiest […]

8/6/2025
How to Clean Up Your Social Media Before Applying for a U.S. Visa

How to Clean Up Your Social Media Before Applying for a U.S. Visa

Data Privacy

Scrub Before You Submit: Visa Screenings and the Rise of Social Media Background Checks by the Trump Admin Applying for a U.S. visa in 2025 means more than just paperwork and an interview. Consular officers are now reviewing your social media accounts as part of the screening process, adding a new layer of scrutiny that […]

8/5/2025
How to Delete Your Medium Posts

How to Delete Your Medium Posts

Medium

Over time, your Medium account can fill up with outdated content, drafts you no longer need, or posts that no longer reflect your current voice. Whether you’re rebranding, protecting your privacy, or simply starting fresh, Redact makes it fast and easy to bulk delete your Medium articles and messages. Here’s how to use Redact to […]

8/1/2025
How to Mass Delete Your Flickr Content

How to Mass Delete Your Flickr Content

Flickr

Whether you’re cleaning up an old Flickr account or removing outdated and personal photos, Redact makes it fast and easy to delete your Flickr content in bulk. Instead of manually removing each image or album, Redact gives you the tools to filter and delete exactly what you want – saving time and protecting your privacy. […]

8/1/2025
What Spotify’s Digital Age Verification Rules Really Mean for You

What Spotify’s Digital Age Verification Rules Really Mean for You

Blog

Spotify is rolling out a strict new policy in the United Kingdom: if you don’t pass an age verification check, your account could be deactivated and eventually deleted. The change is part of a growing trend toward platform compliance with government safety regulations and it’s sparking concerns about privacy, access, and digital identity. Earlier this […]

7/31/2025
How to Keep Your Child Safe Online – 2025 Digital Footprint Guide

How to Keep Your Child Safe Online – 2025 Digital Footprint Guide

Digital Footprint

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. […]

7/30/2025