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From self defense and first aid to bicycle safety and online dating, we answer your personal safety questions.

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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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04/14/2025

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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10/01/2025

The Best Personal Safety Devices for Every Situation

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10/01/2025

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

10/07/2025

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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Staying Safe in Your Neighborhood

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Alina Bradford|October 20, 2021

Biking Safety Tips: 31 Ideas for Staying Safe While Biking

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What to Do before Calling the Police

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