Portrait of Irina Maltseva, a contributor on the Identity Guard blog

Irina Malteseva

Guest Contributor

Irina Malteseva is a growth marketing expert with 10+ years of experience in digital marketing. After being scammed by Airbnb and Booking.com, she began working to help create a safer internet for everyone.

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Irina Malteseva

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Identity Theft

How To Remove Your Information From the Internet (For Free)

By removing your personal information from websites and databases, you can reduce the risk of being hacked. Learn how to clean up your digital footprint.

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November 30, 2023

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Identity Theft

The 11 Latest Gift Card Scams (and How To Get Your Money Back)

Scammers want gift cards because they’re easy to buy and almost impossible to trace and refund. Here’s how to spot and avoid the latest gift card scams.

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November 8, 2023

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Identity Theft

How Can You Protect Yourself on Social Networking Sites?

Social media has become a hotbed of scams, hacking, and identity theft. Learn 10 ways to protect yourself on social networking sites.

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August 31, 2023

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Identity Theft

Was Your SSN Found on the Dark Web? Do This

If your SSN was found on the Dark Web, scammers could use it to steal your identity, money, and more. Here’s what to do if your SSN has been compromised.

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August 10, 2023