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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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10/16/2024

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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12/15/2024

Top 5 best gun safes of 2025

Find the right gun safe for your home. We review pricing, security, and capacity of...

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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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06/24/2024

The Best Personal Safety Devices for Every Situation

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12/15/2024

Best TASER and Stun Guns of 2025

Internet Security

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Rebecca Edwards

12/15/2024

Best Identity Theft Protection in 2025

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01/07/2024

The Best Password Manager for All Your Devices

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06/27/2023

Best Antivirus for Android

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Rebecca Edwards

07/18/2024

10 Cybersecurity Tips for Online Shopping

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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Rebecca Edwards

12/15/2024

Best Identity Theft Protection in 2025

From IdentityForce to LifeLock and more, we compare prices, protection, and reputations of five top...

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04/11/2024

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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Rebecca Edwards

05/04/2023

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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Apple Faces Lawsuit Over AirTag Stalking Concerns

Rebecca Edwards|March 19, 2024

Apple faces lawsuit over AirTag stalking concerns. Judge allows case to proceed amidst claims of...

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How to Celebrate Safely This St. Patrick’s Day Weekend

Rebecca Edwards|March 15, 2024

Avoid the risks associated with drunk driving and other dangers this St. Patrick's Day weekend....

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Empowering Women’s Safety: The Story Behind Stunner Safety

Rebecca Edwards|March 08, 2024

We talked to Sydney Marvin, founder of Stunner Safety, about The Stunner and her mission...

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Rebecca Edwards|February 14, 2024

Shooting Near Kansas City Chiefs’ Super Bowl Parade Marks 3rd in City This Year

Rebecca Edwards|February 10, 2024

Beware of Love Scams: Insights from Modern Love Study 2024

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Alina Bradford|February 01, 2024

3 Ways to Protect Your Heart (That You Never Thought of)

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Rebecca Edwards|January 09, 2024

Extreme Heat: It’s Not Just an Indoor (or Summer) Problem

Alina Bradford|January 05, 2024

Best Personal Alarms for Personal Defense

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Alina Bradford|January 04, 2024

Local Poison Control Resources

Alina Bradford|December 12, 2023

Combat the Holiday Blues With These Tips

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