Follow along as we examine three real-world phishing emails and explain how you can tell that they’re fake.
Austin Mac Works Blog: Privacy
Protect Your iPhone Passcode by Using Face ID or Touch ID
Prompted by a spate of attacks where an iPhone thief obtains the user’s passcode and uses it to lock the user out of their iCloud account, steal their money, and more, we suggest ways you can protect yourself.
Should You Leave Google Web & App Activity Enabled?
Did you get an email from Google about your Web & App Activity tracking? It’s legitimate and is a good reminder to customize how Google saves information about you.
Don’t Trust an App Fully? Hide Your Precise Location from It
Apple has provided another compromise—you can prevent an app from seeing your precise location while still giving it your approximate whereabouts.
What Should I Do If I Get an “AirTag Found Moving With You” Message?
If you get an alert that an AirTag is moving with you, and it’s not yours, take steps to determine the source of the AirTag.
Follow These Steps before Bringing Your Mac in for Repair
It’s no fun to have to get your Mac repaired, but if that’s necessary, read our advice about steps to take beforehand to ensure the safety and security of your data.
Block Malicious and Adult Web Sites with DNS Filtering
DNS filtering is a simple way to protect yourself from malicious websites. All you have to do is configure a DNS server setting to ensure that you never accidentally load a malicious site.
Apple Works to Improve Safety in the Wake of AirTag Stalking Reports
Media reports suggest that miscreants are trying to use Apple’s AirTag location trackers to stalk people. Apple has responded with personal safety advice and promised AirTag safety enhancements.
Frequently Asked Questions Surrounding Apple’s Expanded Protections for Children
Apple’s recently announced expanded protections for child safety have generated a firestorm of criticism and confusion. We attempt to answer some of the most common questions we’ve received.
What Is This “App Tracking Transparency” Apple Added to iOS 14.5?
New in iOS 14.5 is a privacy-protecting feature called App Tracking Transparency, which forces apps to ask you for permission to track your activities across other apps and websites.
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