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First post on this Forum. Do any of you use Identity theft software? Also VPN recs

Posted on 7/24/25 at 8:37 pm
Posted by SWINC
Member since Sep 2022
501 posts
Posted on 7/24/25 at 8:37 pm
Thanks in advance.
Posted by LemmyLives
Texas
Member since Mar 2019
13343 posts
Posted on 7/25/25 at 6:53 am to
Not sure what you mean by ID theft software. Don't be lazy with your personal information, your identity won't be stolen. Or do you mean something like DeleteMe, so ex girlfriends from college can't find you?

I've had a lifetime subscription to VPN Unlimited for years. I lose them way more money than they made from me. Unlimited devices.
Posted by Pepperoni
Mar-a-Lago
Member since Aug 2013
4136 posts
Posted on 7/25/25 at 8:52 pm to
I’ve used a bunch of VPNs over the years, but I’ve stuck with Private Internet Access (PIA) for the past several—and it’s done the job well most of the time. Plus I can use it on 5 devices.

(Some sites eg your bank may be fussy and you have to go in direct w/o a VPN)

For identity protection, I use LifeLock along with common sense and a solid password manager.

Don’t get suckered by “free” VPNs—they usually cost you in other ways.

LINK PIA


Posted by ThatBaw
Baton Rouge
Member since Jul 2023
376 posts
Posted on 7/29/25 at 11:15 am to
Honestly I'd say steer away from software like LifeLock. Do it if it gives you piece of mind, but it's not totally necessary. Taking steps like keeping information safe, requesting IRS identification pin, monitoring credit report with Experian, etc will probably keep you plenty safe. Check out this thread: LINK

For VPN, I've used NordVPN in the past and liked it. They have browser extension, mobile app, and I even use it on my Apple TV. However, here's a list of providers with ratings and prices. LINK

Posted by LemmyLives
Texas
Member since Mar 2019
13343 posts
Posted on 7/29/25 at 5:53 pm to
quote:

Don’t get suckered by “free” VPNs—they usually cost you in other ways.


I know nobody reads TOS, but this is absolutely right. Anything that is free is something you need to be skeptical of.
Posted by Pepperoni
Mar-a-Lago
Member since Aug 2013
4136 posts
Posted on 7/29/25 at 10:12 pm to
True: if you’re not paying for the product, you are probably the product.
Posted by XanderCrews
Member since Mar 2009
804 posts
Posted on 7/30/25 at 10:29 am to
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Posted by Dallaswho
Texas
Member since Dec 2023
3385 posts
Posted on 7/30/25 at 11:12 am to
Browsing via Mullvad is like wearing a ski mask in public.
Posted by CSinLC
Member since May 2018
2064 posts
Posted on 8/4/25 at 9:59 am to
When at home is a VPN really necessary?

I have to turn it off on certain websites anyway, so they can recognize my location.
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