AllClear ID Blog

Earlier this year, the Federal Trade Commission expanded its efforts to help businesses protect consumer information by launching a new initiative called Start With Security. It is designed to help small- and mid-sized businesses in various industries understand how to strengthen data security around consumer information. So far the initiative includes three daylong workshops in […]

Jackie here. Do Millennials neglect protecting their identities? A TransUnion survey suggests that Millennials are the age group least likely to actively protect their data. Interestingly, they are also the generation most concerned about cyber threats. How can Millennials change their habits and become more secure online? Here are a few key changes that can […]

Jackie here. Have you been using your new chip card? These new chip-based cards are more secure than the magnetic strip cards alone, but more is still needed. The new chip cards aren’t the magic solution to credit card fraud. How Are Chip Cards More Secure than Magnetic Strip Cards? Chip cards look much like […]

Jackie here. Does your mail put you at an increased risk of ID theft? We talk often about digital risks, but just like your inbox, your physical mailbox is packed with personal information. Let’s take a quick quiz and evaluate your mail practices. What are you doing well? What do you need to change? Do […]

AllClear ID proudly sponsors and provides financial support to the ITRC. For more information on the ITRC’s financial support relationships please visit their website. There’s little doubt that smartphones, phablets, and tablets have made life more convenient and more connected. But what too many tech users fail to recognize is that their mobile devices are […]

Jackie here. Today’s kids use the internet more than any other generation. For parents, increased internet usage means it’s important to know how to prepare kids for the risks they may encounter online. This often feels like a daunting task. Where do you start? These 4 essentials can help you get started. Password Basics Do […]

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Jackie here. There has been a recent surge in health and wellness programs sponsored by employers, and this means companies are collecting more personal health data about their employees. Let’s take a look at some of the privacy implications. What Are Corporate Wellness Programs? Coming soon to a workplace near you are corporate or employer […]

Jackie here. Today’s computers are smarter and faster than ever before, but even with all the technology we have, it often seems impossible to completely protect personal information. Quantum mechanics, a complex branch of physics, may hold some of the keys to enhanced protection. Some researchers worry that quantum computers (currently theoretical, but could be […]