online security Archives - Rick's Daily Tips

Scam alert: Beware emails that link to a login page

Posted on February 18, 2026

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If you ever get an email that appears to be from your bank or some other online service saying you need to click a link in the email to log in to your account and update your personal information, don’t do it.

These types of emails are almost always fakes. And even the rare few that are legitimate should never be trusted.

ALL such emails should be assumed to be malicious, regardless of how authentic-looking they are. [Read more…]

12 recommended New Years Resolutions for staying safe in 2026

Posted on January 1, 2026

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Well, the year 2026 has arrived and I hope it turns out to be the best one ever for you.

As you know, hackers and scammers are busier than ever, always on the prowl for ways to steal your identity and separate you from your hard-earned money.

With that in mind, here are my recommended New Years Resolutions that can help protect you and your valuable assets (both tangible and otherwise) while you’re online: [Read more…]

Why you really need to stop using Passwords (and make the switch to Passkeys)

Posted on November 11, 2025

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As you probably know, people have been using passwords to secure their online accounts for decades. But unfortunately there are four very serious problems with passwords:

1 – Strong passwords that are actually effective at protecting your accounts tend to be very difficult to remember. [Read more…]