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We'll tell you how to request your phone number, physical address, medical documents and other private info to be removed.

by Dan Avery

It's so effective that some scammers are using a workaround.

by Laura Hautala

US Sen. Ron Wyden says the warrantless searches and collection of data from phones and other devices are "egregious violations" of traveler privacy.

If signed into law, it'll require social media companies to boost protections for users under 18.

The board reportedly will first take up the widespread Log4j bug.

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Data miners and cybercriminals are after you. Here are easy ways to fight back.

by Bree Fowler

Yum Brands confirmed a ransomware attack accessed "certain information technology systems."

by Dan Avery

In a Wall Street Journal op-ed, the president says the tech sector needs to be held accountable.

by Dan Avery

If the settlement is approved by a judge, California residents could get a check from Google.

by Oscar Gonzalez

The tech giant may be forced to change the way it handles personalized ads on Facebook and Instagram in the EU.

by Katie Collins

Here's what you need to watch out for as we enter the new year.

by Shelby Brown

It'll be easier for people to opt out of Google's location tracking.

by Imad Khan

You don't have to let Facebook track you across the web. We'll show you how to prevent it.

by Katie Teague

The company will change its location tracking disclosures in 2023.

by Imad Khan

No worries. With just two easy steps, you can wipe out your most recent searches.

by Queenie Wong