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March 5, 2023

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Check your Google account now to see if you're handing over too much info

3 things you need to know today

1. Check your Google account now to see if you're handing over too much info

Your Google account is tied to your email, browser and more, so your activity stays in sync. You can also connect third-party apps for the same reason. As time passes, you could have many apps tied to your account, some you don't even use. Here's how to see their permissions and remove them.

Tap or click here to manage which apps can access your Google account. →

2. This nasty TikTok scam goes after grieving families

A scammer created fake profiles on TikTok to lure victims into sending in their loved one's ashes to incorporate into paintings. It's emotional manipulation to a disgusting degree. Here's how the scam works and what you can do to avoid falling victim and losing something irreplaceable.

Tap or click here to avoid a heartbreaking scam. →

3. Watch out for the 9 most creative scams from Kim's inbox — they're scarily deceptive

Cybercrime is more sophisticated than ever before and scammers are especially creative. They're constantly putting new spins on old tricks — or creating new ideas out of thin air. It would be impressive if it didn't destroy so many lives. Here are a few scams I found in my inbox and how you can avoid them.

Tap or click here for nine trending scams you should avoid at all costs. →

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China's attempt to make TikTok look legit

Do TikTok's new policies outweigh the fact that the company spied on U.S. users? In this one-minute podcast, I share the details.

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Trending now: Tech news, tips and know-how

  1. Kia settles class-action lawsuit. Tap or click to see if you're owed.
  2. Malicious 2FA apps to avoid. Tap or click for details on scammy programs pretending to be authenticator apps.
  3. Want to listen to music everywhere in your home? Tap or click here to find out how Amazon's Alexa can help.
  4. Want to secure your Microsoft account? Tap or click for steps to unlink third-party apps.
  5. Why you should stop clicking Google’s ‘sponsored’ results. Tap or click to avoid these dangerous links.
 

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How to delete all unread messages on Gmail

How to delete all unread messages on Gmail

Plus, I’ll tell you how to get a super cool video call background. Allie’s got a warning about popular apps that are malware. Matt’s inbox is cleaned out and yours can be too. There’s also a crazy headline you won’t believe and a funny joke at the end you’ll share with family and friends!

 

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