Website growth hacks: Avoid these 7 deadly sins

April 27, 2021

If you have a website, you’re probably always hungry for more traffic. I know I am! That’s why I sat down with Tim Ash, an expert on digital marketing and evolutionary psychology. There are seven common mistakes you might be making that are tanking your results. After this, you’ll be ready to attract more eyes to your site than ever before.

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Did Twitter just ask you to confirm your account? Here's why you should ignore it

There are so many online scams and hacks that it can be difficult to distinguish between an official communication and a spoofed message. We have covered scams in the past where criminals will attempt to hack your account by sending phony emails. Tap or click here to see a spoofed Netflix email.

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Like it or not, phony 'vaccine passport' apps are out there trying to steal your data

Millions of Americans have received at least one dose of the COVID-19 vaccine, and many are eager to share their excitement. While it’s a bad idea to share your vaccination card on social media, cybercriminals are using other methods to steal your data. Don’t make these mistakes with your COVID vaccine card.

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11 smart home gadgets you'll actually use

A Google search for “life hack” returns, oh, just 403 million results. These tips and tricks exist to make life simpler or help you do something new. They go viral for a reason. We’re all looking for ways to make life easier, right?

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7 tech support scams going around right now

“Your computer has a virus. You must purchase this software now or your computer will crash. Better yet, has your car warranty expired?”

Scams are frustrating, but nothing gets to us more than tech support scams. When you’re looking for help and are desperate for a solution, criminals strike. They’re after your money, of course. That’s why the best protection is a shield of information.

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Why it's a good idea to wipe your smartphone at least once a year

It’s common sense to wipe your tech before you sell it, recycle it or give it to someone else. We keep a ton of personal information on our phones and computers, so if you don’t wipe them, you’re giving strangers your secrets. Tap or click here for our step-by-step guide to wiping your old gadgets.

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8 useful Chromebook tricks you aren't using but should

If you’re a Chromebook fan, then you know the lightweight laptops that run Google’s Chrome OS are a bit different than a regular Windows or Mac notebook. They have their own set of secrets and tricks. Tap or click here for Kim’s guide to Chromebook pros and cons.

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Fake sites are impersonating Microsoft and Spotify - Here's what to look for

Visiting a website, most of us automatically assume it’s the real deal. Nice logos, professional page design, and well-written descriptions talk up the product and welcome you around the site.

When a site presents itself well, we turn off the warning bells in our head — even when they should be blaring. Some cybercriminals are so crafty that it can be almost impossible to tell a fake site from the real one. After all, their plan is to trick you into downloading malware thinking that it comes from the original company. Suspect your computer is infected? Tap or click for a few ways to confirm that.

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Scams and malware involving Google Alerts are getting worse - Don't be fooled

Online scams are as old as the internet itself, and cybercriminals will use any means necessary to steal your information. One particular scam has been used more often over the last few weeks, and there are no signs of it slowing down. This scheme uses Google Alerts, a useful tool that lets you monitor a topic based on specific keywords.

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Upcycle your tech: 8 clever uses for an old iPad

The iPad was introduced as something of a miracle device, more comfortable than your phone and more convenient than your computer. The tablet quickly gained tons of fans who couldn’t imagine living in a world without it.

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Done with Facebook? Here's how to export all your old posts

Big Tech has been a focal point for many security-conscience users. Over the last couple of years, Facebook and other tech companies suffered serious breaches. This brought into question how safe your data really is. Tap or click here for 10 reasons why you should dump Facebook.

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