Consumer Reports - Back Up Your Android Phone

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Backing up your Android phone is important in case you lose your phone or it is stolen. This tool from Consumer Reports helps you to back up your phone so that you do not lose your contacts, photos, or other important data. The tool provides step-by-step instructions on how to back up your phone using a variety of methods, including using a computer, using a cloud service, or using an external hard drive.

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The "Back Up Your iPhone" tool from Consumer Reports helps users create backups of their iOS devices, including their iPhone, iPad, and iPod Touch. The tool guides users through the process of selecting what data to include in their backup, choosing where to store the backup, and setting up a schedule for creating backups. The tool also provides tips for managing and securing backups, and for restoring data from a backup if necessary.

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The tool Back Up Your Windows Computer is found at https://securityplanner.consumerreports.org/tool/back-up-your-windows-pc. This is a Consumer Reports tool that helps you create a backup of your Windows PC. The tool will guide you through the process of backing up your files, settings, and applications. It is important to create a backup of your Windows PC in case your computer crashes or you need to reinstall Windows. The tool will help you

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The tool helps individuals communicate privately with others using the Signal app. The app is a free, open-source software application that provides end-to-end encryption for text, video, and voice calls on mobile devices. The app also includes features such as group chat, message expiration, and encrypted file storage.

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The Delete Old Accounts tool helps users identify and delete old, unused online accounts. It is a part of Consumer Reports' Security Planner, a free online resource that helps users understand and improve their online security.

The tool works by asking users to input the email addresses associated with their online accounts. It then uses publicly available data to identify which of those accounts are no longer active. Finally, it provides instructions for deleting those old accounts.

Delete Old Accounts is a

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Dive Deeper Into Anonymity and Security is a tool from Consumer Reports that helps users learn more about online privacy and security. The tool starts by asking users about their current level of knowledge and then provides them with resources to help them improve their understanding of online privacy and security. The resources include articles, tips, and information about privacy-enhancing software. The tool also allows users to take quizzes to test their understanding of online privacy and security.

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Encrypt Your Android Phone is a tool from Consumer Reports that helps you secure your Android device by encrypting it. The tool guides you through the process of setting up encryption on your device, and provides tips on how to keep your device secure.

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The tool Find Emergency Resources from Consumer Reports helps you locate emergency resources near you in the event of a natural disaster or other crisis. You can search for resources by keyword, location, and type of resource. The tool also includes links to resources from government agencies and non-profit organizations.

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Find Your Android Phone is a tool from Consumer Reports that helps you track down your lost or stolen Android phone. The app uses your phone's GPS location to find it on a map, and then you can use the app to call, text, or email your phone to try to get it back. The app also lets you remotely lock or wipe your phone if you can't get it back, and it can even take a photo of the person who has your phone (if they're using

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Most people are aware of the “Find My iPhone” feature on their iPhones, which allows them to track their device if it is lost or stolen. However, not everyone knows that there is also a “Find My iPhone” website that can be used to locate a lost or stolen device. The “Find Your iPhone” tool on the Consumer Reports website can be used to find a lost or stolen iPhone. The tool uses the iPhone’s GPS to

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Get a Password Manager is a Consumer Reports tool that helps users manage their passwords. The tool allows users to create, store, and manage passwords for their online accounts. The tool also allows users to generate new passwords, view passwords, and update passwords. Get a Password Manager is a free tool and is available for download from the Consumer Reports website.

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Created by Consumer Reports, the "Get Help Responding to Online Harassment" tool is designed to help individuals deal with online harassment. The tool provides users with a step-by-step guide on how to respond to online harassment, as well as how to prevent it from happening in the first place. The guide covers a variety of topics, including how to document and report online harassment, how to block and report abusive users, and how to take screenshots and save posts as evidence. The

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The iPhone Encryption tool is a Consumer Reports guide that helps users encrypt their iPhones. The guide provides instructions on how to enable encryption on an iPhone, as well as how to set a passcode. The guide also includes information on what to do if you forget your passcode.

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This tool provides steps for securing your smart TV. It begins by asking whether your TV is connected to the internet, and if so, whether it is behind a firewall. If not, it recommends connecting it to the internet and turning on the firewall. It also recommend setting a strong password for your router and wifi network.

Next, the tool recommends changing the default administrator password for your TV. It also recommends disabling features that could allow your TV to be controlled remotely, such as wake

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Perform Platform Security Checkups is a free online tool from Consumer Reports that helps users understand the security of their online accounts and take steps to improve it. The tool provides users with a list of the most popular online platforms and asks a series of questions about each platform, such as whether the user has two-factor authentication enabled. Based on the answers provided, the tool produces a report that rates the security of the user's online accounts and provides recommendations for improving security. The report also includes

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Consumer Reports has a tool to help prevent SIM swapping attacks. This tool helps you to find out if your phone number is being used by someone else and helps you to protect your account. This tool also helps you to change your phone number if you think your number has been compromised.

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This tool is designed to help users protect their financial data from being stolen. It provides tips on how to keep your information safe, how to spot signs that your information has been compromised, and what to do if your information is stolen. It also includes a checklist of steps to take to protect your financial data.

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This tool helps you protect your home security camera from being hacked. It provides four tips:

1. Choose a strong password for your camera.

2. Keep your camera software up to date.

3. Use two-factor authentication for your camera account.

4. Place your camera in a secure location.

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This tool helps Mac users protect their computers with encryption. It provides step-by-step instructions for enabling encryption on a Mac, as well as tips for creating a strong encryption password. The tool also includes information on what to do if you forget your encryption password.

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This tool helps you choose the right encryption software for your Windows PC, based on your needs. You can compare features and prices of different software packages, and read reviews from other users. The site also provides tips on how to keep your data safe and secure.

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Reduce Online Tracking is a Consumer Reports tool that provides users with instructions on how to opt-out of online tracking by major advertisers. The tool also includes a list of major advertisers and their opt-out options. The instructions are straightforward and easy to follow. Overall, this tool is a helpful resource for users who want to opt-out of online tracking.

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If your online account has been hacked or compromised, this tool can help you regain control. It guides you through the process of regaining control of your hacked or compromised account, step by step. It also provides links to resources that can help you secure your account and prevent future hacks.

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If you're being stalked, the first step is to remove the stalkerware from your devices. You can do this with the Remove Stalkerware tool, which is a free online tool from Consumer Reports.

With the Remove Stalkerware tool, you can scan your devices for stalkerware and remove it if it's found. The tool will also help you create a security plan to keep yourself safe from future stalking.

The Remove Stalkerware tool is a

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The Respond to Identity Theft tool is a free online resource from Consumer Reports that helps victims of identity theft take action to recover their stolen identities. The tool provides step-by-step instructions for filing a police report, contacting credit bureaus, and taking other steps to recover from identity theft. The tool also includes links to helpful resources, such as a sample police report and a list of where to send credit bureau disputes.

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This tool allows users to see which apps on their Android phone have access to certain permissions, and how those permissions can be used. For each permission, users can see which apps have access to it, and what level of access they have. Users can also choose to allow or deny each app permission to access certain features on their phone.

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The Review Your iPhone's App Permissions tool from Consumer Reports helps users understand and review the permissions they've granted to apps on their iPhone. The tool provides an overview of the types of permissions that apps can request, and why they might need them. It also offers a step-by-step guide for reviewing and managing app permissions. After users have reviewed their permissions, the tool provides recommendations for how to better secure their iPhone and protect their privacy.

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The Safeguard Your Gaming Console tool is a web-based tool from Consumer Reports that helps users secure their gaming consoles. The tool provides users with step-by-step instructions on how to secure their consoles, as well as tips on how to keep their consoles secure. The tool also includes a list of security measures that users can take to protect their consoles, such as ensuring that their consoles are always up-to-date with the latest security patches and using strong passwords.

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Secure Your Baby Monitor is a tool from Consumer Reports that helps parents secure their baby monitors. The tool provides step-by-step instructions on how to choose and set up a baby monitor, how to choose a safe location for the monitor, and how to keep the monitor secure. The tool also includes a list of common security risks and how to avoid them.

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The tool Secure Your Fitness Data is a tool from Consumer Reports that helps users understand how to best protect their fitness data. The tool provides a six-step process for users to follow in order to ensure their data is properly secured. The steps include: understanding what data is being collected, knowing where the data is being stored, setting strong passwords, using two-factor authentication, and being aware of the data sharing options. The tool also provides links to resources where users can learn more about each

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Secure Your Smart Speaker is a tool designed to help users secure their smart speakers. The tool provides users with a list of security measures to take, such as setting up a strong password, enabling two-factor authentication, and disabling guest access. The tool also provides guidance on what to do if a smart speaker is lost or stolen.

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The tool Security Planner found at https://securityplanner.consumerreports.org/ is a Consumer Reports that helps users create a customized security plan for their home. The user enters their zip code and the site provides information on the type of security system they need based on the user's location and the level of security they desire. The site also includes a list of security companies that are recommended by Consumer Reports.

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Set Up HTTPS-Only Mode is a security tool from Consumer Reports that helps ensure that your website is only accessible via a secure HTTPS connection. This is important because it helps protect your visitors' information from being intercepted by third-parties, and it also helps to ensure that your website is not being spoofed by malicious actors. Once HTTPS-Only Mode is enabled, your website will only be accessible via HTTPS, and any attempt to access it via HTTP will redirect to the HTTPS version.

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The tool Set Up Multi-Factor Authentication is designed to help users set up a multi-factor authentication system for their accounts. The tool guides users through the process of selecting an authentication method, setting up their authentication devices, and configuring their account settings. The tool also provides instructions on how to use the authentication system and troubleshoot any issues that may arise.

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This tool helps users protect themselves from phishing attempts by providing tips on how to spot malicious sites. It also includes a list of common phishing scams and Red Flags to look out for.

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The Stick to Official App Stores tool is a Consumer Reports security planner that helps users protect their devices from malware. The tool provides instructions on how to find and install apps from official app stores, how to avoid third-party app stores, and how to check for malware before downloading an app. The tool also includes a list of known malicious app stores.

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The Tighten Account Privacy Settings tool from Consumer Reports is designed to help users change the privacy settings on their accounts to better protect their personal information. The tool guides users through the process of updating their privacy settings on popular social media and email platforms, as well as suggesing new privacy-enhancing settings that users may not be aware of. The tool also provides tips on how to keep personal information private when using mobile apps and browsing the web. Overall, the Tighten Account Privacy Settings

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This tool helps users Turn On Microsoft Defender Firewall, which is a free consumer security software provided by Microsoft. The tool provides step-by-step instructions on how to turn on the software and configure it for optimal security. It also offers tips on how to use the software to its fullest potential.

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The consumer reports "Turn On Your Mac's Firewall" is a guide that helps Mac users turn on their computer's firewall. The guide provides step-by-step instructions on how to access the firewall settings and how to enable the firewall. The guide also includes a list of suggested firewall settings for different types of users.

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Every Android phone is different, so Consumer Reports has created this tool to help you figure out how to update your specific Android phone. The tool will walk you through the process of checking for and installing updates for your phone's operating system, as well as for any apps that are installed on your phone. The tool also provides information on how to keep your phone secure, including how to set up a lock screen and how to enable two-factor authentication.

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This tool helps users update their Chromebooks in order to keep them secure. It provides step-by-step instructions on how to update the operating system, browser, and extensions. It also includes a link to a video tutorial.

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The tool Update Your iPhone, iPad, or iPod Touch helps users check for and install updates for their Apple devices. The tool first checks to see if there are any new updates available for the device, and then guides the user through the process of installing the update. The tool also provides instructions on how to update other Apple devices, such as the Apple Watch and Mac computers.

Update Your iPhone, iPad, or iPod Touch is a helpful tool for keeping Apple devices up-to-

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Update Your Mac is a tool from Consumer Reports that helps you keep your Mac up to date with the latest security patches and software updates. The tool provides step-by-step instructions for updating your Mac's operating system, software, and security settings. The tool also includes a list of recommended security measures for protecting your Mac from malware and other security threats.

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This tool helps you update your Windows PC so that it is more secure. It offers four options for updating your PC: update all software, including Windows; update security software only; update Windows only; and do not update anything. It also provides links to instructions for updating your PC manually. This tool is designed to help you keep your PC more secure by ensuring that it is up to date with the latest security patches.

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A privacy filter is a sheet of film that attaches to the front of a computer screen and blocks the view of the screen from anyone not directly in front of it. The sheet is typically clear from the user's perspective, but opaque from the sides. This makes it difficult for someone to see what is on the screen unless they are very close to it, and it can help prevent casual glances from people nearby.

Most privacy filters are made of plastic, and they attach to the screen

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TheConsumer Reports Switch Your Web Browser tool recommends switching to a different web browser if the user's current browser does not meet certain security criteria. The tool rates browsers on a scale of 1 to 5 based on their ability to protect users' privacy and security while browsing the web. The higher the rating, the better the browser is at protecting users' privacy and security. The tool also provides links to resources where users can learn more about each browser's security features.

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The "Use a Security Key for the Strongest MFA" tool from Consumer Reports helps users understand how to use a security key for two-factor authentication (2FA) to protect their accounts. The tool provides an overview of security keys and how they work, and offers guidance on how to choose a security key that best meets users' needs. The tool also includes instructions on how to set up a security key and use it for 2FA. This tool is designed to help users make

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The Tor Browser is a tool that can help you browse the web privately and avoid being traced. When you use the Tor Browser, your traffic is routed through a network of servers, making it harder for someone to track your activity. The tool also includes features that can help you block website trackers and encrypt your traffic.

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VPN is a tool that helps improve online privacy by encrypting internet traffic and routing it through a secure server. This makes it more difficult for third parties to track and collect data about users. VPNs can also be used to bypass government censorship and access blocked websites. Consumer Reports provides an overview of how VPNs work, as well as tips for choosing a VPN service.

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