Let’s be honest, according to our phone’s screen time reports, we’re all spending a helluva lot of time online. And whether you’re logging on for business or pleasure, there are a lot of risks online that can be so financially or personally devastating.

But don’t worry friends, we’ve got you covered this week with tips for keeping your identity, your cashmoney, your sensitive photos, and everything else safe online from all the Anna Sorokin and Tinder Swindlers out there.

Join us as we chat about:

• Protecting yourself from leaked photos and phone hacks
• How to avoid getting catfished on dating apps
• Protecting your personal identity/banking info online
• How to make a smart password
• The benefits of an online security protection plan
• The most common fraud calls/emails you can fall victim to
• Keeping your mental health safe by avoiding trolls and cyberbullies

We hope this episode helps empower you to protect yourself online! Special thanks to Telus Online Security for sponsoring today’s episode! Check out TELUS Online Security, powered by Norton — Canada's most comprehensive, all-in-one protection for your devices, online privacy, and identity, starting from just $10 per month.

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