Your Privacy

Ensuring the privacy of your personal information and maintaining control over your digital footprint is more important than ever. We at Hacked.com provide practical advice, guidance, and resources to help you take charge of your online privacy.

In this category, you will find valuable content on a variety of privacy-related topics, such as:

Understanding privacy settings on social media and online platforms
Safeguarding your personal data from cyber threats and identity theft
Utilizing encryption technologies and secure communication tools
Exploring the role of VPNs and other privacy-enhancing solutions
Staying up-to-date on privacy laws, regulations, and best practices
Managing your digital footprint and online reputation

Dive into our privacy category and discover how to protect your personal information in the ever-changing digital landscape. Stay informed and proactive in preserving your privacy, and take the necessary steps to secure your online identity and data.

How to Fight Online Blackmail and Digital Extortion

The threat of blackmail and extortion has become more prevalent as cybercriminals refine their techniques. They use various tactics to obtain compromising material, while scammers might deceive their targets into thinking they possess such information in order to extort money. Navigating these situations can be difficult, but this article aims to provide you with essential…
Artificial General Intelligence is Upon Us, and it’s Time to Prepare

Sam Altman, the past and current CEO of OpenAI, might have hidden results about a secret project named Q* (Q-star) for the previous board. As noted by The Information: OpenAI Made an AI Breakthrough Before Altman Firing, Stoking Excitement and Concern Source. This seems to be one of the likely reasons why the board fired…
How to File a Consumer or Privacy Complaint in Your Country

Navigating the complexities of consumer rights, data protection, and privacy issues is hard, especially when trying to recover control of personal or business-related information online. This guide provides a comprehensive list of resources for filing consumer or privacy complaints in various countries. These entities are instrumental in upholding consumer rights and addressing privacy concerns. And…
How to stop impersonation

It’s difficult to stop the risk of being impersonated online; however, there are multiple steps you can take to be better protected than your peers. When we at Hacked.com discuss impersonation, we mainly consider online impersonation and the creation of fake social media profiles impersonating executives, business professionals, celebrities, or influencers. Why do scammers impersonate?…
Top 10 Reputation Management Firms for 2024

Online reputation management (ORM) has become paramount for businesses and professionals. Negative reviews or news articles can damage a brand’s image. Reputation management firms have emerged to help businesses and professionals to help improve their online reputation. These firms specialize in monitoring, building, and restoring online reputations. Below, we highlight ten reputation management companies, in…
Fake Profile Hunter: Stop Impersonation & Remove Fake Profiles

Our high-value clients have asked us for a specific service that helps combat fake profiles of themselves on social media. We have removed hundreds of profiles impersonating our clients on a per-request basis; however, that’s not enough. With AI and fake image creation by impersonators using Midjourney, Dall-3, or Stable Diffusion, it’s becoming way too…
What You Should Do If Your Identity Is Stolen

Experiencing identity theft is a distressing ordeal that can leave you feeling vulnerable and, in some cases, result in financial loss. It can occur when someone gains unauthorized access to your bank account, social media profiles, or other personal information, using your identity for their financial benefit. This article outlines the essential steps to take…
Twitter’s Privacy Crisis: The Hazards of Sharing Personal Information

Twitter Circles, a feature designed to facilitate secure and controlled sharing among trusted friends, has experienced a major privacy breach. Users have reported their private content, including nude photos, appearing in the feeds of strangers. This situation highlights the platform’s inability to protect users’ privacy and raises significant concerns about its functionality and confidentiality. Multiple…
How to Protect Your Privacy Online and Keep Your Information Secure

We have compiled a list of what you can do to protect your privacy and secure your online accounts. You must remember that the single point of failure is yourself, so if you do not actively secure your privacy and online data, you might already be heavily exposed. There has been a significant shift in…
How Much Do Your Hacked Accounts Cost on the Dark Web?

As the world took an exerted leap into the digital realm during the pandemic, hackers leaped right in after them. Naturally, their favorite marketplace, the dark web, has been buzzing with activity. If you’ve ever had an account hacked, the chances are it ended up on the dark web, several clicks away from a stranger’s…
The Psychological Cost of Hacking

Hackers attacking you can be a profoundly damaging event. Like any traumatic life event, hacking can have far-reach and long-lasting psychological effects. Victims often don’t realize the mental strain an attack can have, aside from the financial or social harm done. In general, people don’t understand the psychological cost of hacking. The Damage of Hacking…
What to Do About Online Harassment

Online harassment can be a serious hazard to your personal safety and wellbeing. Anyone who puts themselves onto social media is putting themself at risk. Online hate groups can choose to target you for many reasons, including just because they want to. So, what should you do if online aggressors target you? Lie Low The…
How to Stop Location Tracking

Location tracking can be a constant source of anxiety for many in the modern world. Most apps and mobile devices feature some form of location tracking. Sometimes location tracking is necessary to provide specific features or services, but it can breach your privacy. Follow the guide below to limit location tracking on your devices. Disable…
Clara Was Hacked and Sensitive Photos Were Released

One of our clients, whom we will name “Clara” for this article, was hacked a couple of weeks ago. The hacker got access to her private email (Gmail) and took over her Snapchat account. Clara could not recover her accounts, and the hacker started to send her threatening messages via Whatsapp. The hacker demanded $500…
How to Wipe Your Social Media Data and Start 2023 With a Clean Slate

Social media companies collect a lot of personal information in a typical year. If you want to start the new year with a clean slate, you should try to delete this data. Below are instructions on how to wipe your data for the new year. Facebook You should focus your efforts on Facebook, as they’re…