Is Telegram Safe to Use and Should You Trust It?
You may use Telegram to follow channels, participate in groups, share files, or chat privately with friends. But how much of that activity is actually private? Can other people access…
Shauli Zacks
Shauli Zacks is a writer and cybersecurity enthusiast with a passion for helping people navigate the online world. He doesn't just write about VPNs; he uses them constantly in his day-to-day life, both for security and entertainment purposes. When he's not writing, Shauli likes to spend time with his family, watch TV, play sports, and relax.
Posts by Shauli Zacks:
What Is a VPN Number? Myths, Facts, and What It Actually Means
You may have heard someone mention a "VPN number," or you may have encountered the term in a blog post or AI-generated answer. What you won't find is a reputable…
Cash App Scams: Common Types and What to Look For
Cash App makes sending money nearly as easy as sending a message. Unfortunately, that speed can become a problem when the person receiving the payment is a scammer. Completed payments…
Instagram Hacked? How to Spot an Attack and Recover Your Account
Having your Instagram hacked can feel surprisingly personal. Someone may be reading your DMs, posting under your name, or using the trust you’ve built with followers to spread scams. You…
What Is a Hotspot and How Does It Work?
Nothing is more frustrating than wanting to get online, whether it’s to stream, browse, or check messages, only to find there's no Wi-Fi. In situations like these, a hotspot is…
How to Turn Off AI in Gmail
In January 2026, Google began rolling out a major expansion of Gemini features in Gmail, including AI-generated summaries, writing tools, and natural-language inbox searches. For most Gmail users, these are…
How to Spot and Avoid Coinbase Email Scams
Got an email from "Coinbase" about a login, withdrawal, or security change you don't remember making? Not sure if it's real, or worried a scammer's already inside your account? This…
Cache vs. Cookies: What’s the Difference?
When you have a browser issue, you almost always get the same advice: “Clear your cache and cookies.” It’s the go-to solution for everything from pages that won’t load to…
What Is GPS Spoofing and How Does It Work?
Some apps and games use your phone’s location to decide what content or features you can see. If you want an app to think you’re somewhere else, you might find…
Chrome Proxy Settings: How to Set Up, Check, and Change a Proxy
If Chrome won’t connect because of a proxy error, your organization requires a proxy, or you want websites to see a different IP address, you’ll need to change the proxy…