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From self defense and first aid to bicycle safety and online dating, we answer your personal safety questions.

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Personal protection

Personal protection devices like pepper sprays and stun guns can open a window of escape if you’re ever attacked. Take a look at our guides outlining the best ways to stay safe at home, on campus, and everywhere in between.
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John Carlsen
06/13/2022
The 5 Best Pepper Sprays for Self Defense
Find the right pepper spray to defend yourself. We review pricing, ease of use, and...
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Katie McEntire
09/12/2022
Best Gun Safes of 2022
Find the right gun safe for your home. We review pricing, security, and capacity of...
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By
Cathy Habas
01/14/2022
The Best Apps for Safely Walking Home Alone
UrSafe is the best app for safety when walking alone thanks to its automatic livestream...
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Katie McEntire
By
Katie McEntire
08/30/2022
The Best Personal Safety Devices for Every Situation
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John Carlsen
By
John Carlsen
06/10/2022
Best TASER and Stun Guns of 2022

Internet Security

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Rebecca Edwards
By
Rebecca Edwards
09/27/2022
Best Identity Theft Protection in 2022
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Kasey Tross
08/19/2022
The Best Password Manager for All Your Devices
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Kasey Tross
09/22/2021
Best Antivirus for Android
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Rebecca Edwards
10/07/2021
10 Cybersecurity Tips for Online Shopping
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Rebecca Edwards
08/10/2022
How to Date Online Safely

Resources

Personal safety involves more than watching for attackers hiding in the bushes (that doesn’t usually happen). We’ve also provided resources for protecting your identity online and staying safe at home.
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By
Rebecca Edwards
09/27/2022
Best Identity Theft Protection in 2022
We researched the offerings of five leading identity theft protection services, tallying everything from antivirus...
By
Kaz Weida
05/19/2022
Does a Gun Make Your Home Safer?
Research shows that having a gun at home does not make us safer. Learn more...
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By
Rebecca Edwards
10/20/2021
9 Ways to Stay Safe When You Live Alone
When you don’t have a housemate to help you lock up or call for help...

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How to Secure Your Dorm Room
Andrea Harvey|August 23, 2022
From cameras to surge protectors, we’ve narrowed down the six best gadgets to help you...
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9 Ways to Stay Safe on Your College Campus
Rebecca Edwards|August 19, 2022
Learn 9 ways to stay safe on your college campus. We've got expert tips plus...
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College Safety: Complete Guide for Students and Parents
Rebecca Edwards|August 19, 2022
Stay safe on campus (and save your parents some worries) with our complete guide to...
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Katherine Torres|August 15, 2022
8 Essentials for Your DIY First Aid Kit
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Rebecca Edwards|August 10, 2022
How to Date Online Safely
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Rebecca Edwards|July 27, 2022
3 Personal Safety Gadgets for College Students
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John Carlsen|July 25, 2022
How to Avoid a Scholarship Scam
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John Carlsen|July 22, 2022
Stun Gun vs. TASER: What’s the Difference?
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Alina Bradford|July 21, 2022
How to See if There Are Hidden Video Cameras in Your Airbnb
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Alina Bradford|July 20, 2022
Best Self-Defense Keychains
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