Advertisers watch what you do and where you go online. It's all about being able to target you with ads you're more likely to click on. If that bothers you, good news: Kim has steps for one way to stop some of the spying.

If you keep your phone in a case, I bet you’re shocked every time you take off the case and see all the grime collected inside. You don’t need to be quite as careful with your case as your phone’s screen and ports. 

• For plastic, rubber and silicone cases, grab an old toothbrush and a bit of warm, soapy water. Use the toothbrush to reach all the corners and crevices. Rinse it thoroughly.
• Very lightly dampen a microfiber cloth with water and mild soap for leather cases. Lightly rub the case in circular motions. 

📱 After it’s clean, let your case dry thoroughly before you put it back on. Need case recommendations? I share some here, along with my favorite screen protector. This has saved me from cracking my iPhone several times.

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Where do you find contractors for those home repairs you need? There are some shady apps and sites out there that could lead you down the wrong path. That's why we're going to detail three huge mistakes people make when looking to hire a specialist and show you the right way to get the job done.

Over on my Instagram page, I share photos of my life. I keep my profile private, but I'll add you!

Remember how quick and responsive your PC was when you first got it? Over time, junk files, hidden applications and out-of-date drivers build up to make your computer slower and slower.

CCleaner is the easy-to-use solution, with millions of downloads worldwide making it the No. 1 tool for optimizing your PC. The most powerful version, CCleaner Professional, not only detects and removes junk but also temporarily freezes apps until you need them and updates software drivers to make your PC faster. Plus, you can choose to clean your online browsing activity automatically for extra privacy.

We’re offering Kim Komando readers an exclusive offer for a limited time only: Speed up your PC with a year of CCleaner Professional for just $1 (usually $29.95, for a savings of 96%).

Traveling to Europe is exciting, but melting your phone cable isn't, which can happen if you aren't using the proper charging tools. These adapters meet international electricity standards and let you charge your U.S. phone in another country.

Are you registered to vote for the upcoming elections? Have you moved since the last election cycle? We've found a helpful site that gives step-by-step instructions for every state that can help you register to vote or change your address. We'll show you how easy it is to use.

When you own your own business, you're the CEO, the marketer, the IT person and the data analyst. Don't go it alone. Get Kim's must-read small biz tips every week.

Imagine what it'd be like to live on the moon. Waking up every day and bouncing around in that low gravity seems incredible, right? It could be a reality sooner than you think. But how will scientists make that happen and what still needs to be discovered?