The Compass - by Spokeo

Our obsession with true crime has given rise to a generation of citizen detectives who use the internet to solve cold cases. Whether it’s solving the Case of the Shifty-Eyed Tinder Date, digging up dirt on Ms. Perfect in Biology Class,…

Whether you’re in a new city or just want some new connections outside of work, making friends as an adult is never easy. But with new platforms cropping up designed for cultivating new friendships, there are more options than ever to find…

Thanks to the infamous Nigerian-prince letter, most of us understand and can recognize email scams, otherwise known as phishing. Your company likely even includes phishing in annual internet security training. But a new type of scam…

If you’re privacy-minded, the internet is an increasingly uncomfortable place to spend time. The services and software you use, even your ISP (or Internet Service Provider), are all intent on slurping up and selling as much information…

You did the legwork involved in finding family. Maybe you’re working to complete an ancient family tree or found far-flung matches using a DNA analysis service, and hit the jackpot, discovering some relatives that had slipped away and some…

Among current phone scams, one of the most damaging comes from callers claiming that there’s a problem with your Social Security number. Sometimes they’ll identify themselves as investigators with the Social Security Administration (SSA)…

The internet puts your dream house as close as your mobile phone. Just a few taps and you’ll find a ton of creative home-buying solutions right at your fingertips. But do you know how to tell if a neighborhood is safe? Zillow is one of…

Being a big sister comes with many responsibilities, one of which is to always look after and protect your siblings. Domonique’s sister, Taylor, was in a toxic and abusive relationship. Taylor’s boyfriend was rough around the edges and…

Companies today have to work harder than ever to meet the needs of their employees, especially those looking to attract the talents of the younger generation of well-educated, mission-driven and leadership-oriented professionals -…

Some people couldn’t tell a lie to save their lives. Others keep romantic relationships on the side without their spouses or partners ever finding out. If you suspect that your better half has another half you’re not aware of, you might…