What Is a Social Media Footprint and Why It Matters

What Is a Social Media Footprint and Why It Matters

Digital Footprint

Definition of Social Media Footprint A social media footprint is the sum of all the activity, content, and data linked to your presence on social platforms. Every comment, like, share, video upload, private message, profile update, and even your connections contribute to this footprint. Some of it is public and easy for others to find. […]

8/29/2025
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
How to Turn Off the New Friends Reels Feature on Instagram

How to Turn Off the New Friends Reels Feature on Instagram

Instagram

If you’ve noticed Instagram’s new Friends Reels tab showing your likes and comments to others, you might not be thrilled. By default, the feature can display your reel activity to friends or followers you follow back. The good news is you can turn it off in just a few taps. Step-by-Step: How to Disable Friends […]

8/12/2025
How to Turn off Instagram Maps

How to Turn off Instagram Maps

Instagram

Overnight, Meta rolled out Instagram maps for many of its users. Instagram chief has publicly stated that the feature is opt-in only, despite many users claiming they were opted-in automatically. Ready to turn it off? Skip to the instructions here. Whether or not Meta has made a mistake, sharing your location with followers every time […]

8/8/2025
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