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Discord Server Safety: Check the Signs Before You Join or Stay

Discord Server Safety: Check the Signs Before You Join or Stay

Not every Discord server is a friendly hangout. Learn how to read a server's rules, roles and verification before you join, and how to adjus...

S By Shoxan Ali
2026-11-03 06:56 PM2
Minecraft Realms Invites: Keep Your Private World Private

Minecraft Realms Invites: Keep Your Private World Private

A Realm is your own private server, but it is only as private as the people you let in. Learn how to manage invites, review who has access a...

S By Shoxan Ali
2026-11-03 06:09 PM2
Minecraft Account Recovery: Set Up Security Info Before a Hacker Strikes

Minecraft Account Recovery: Set Up Security Info Before a Hacker Strikes

Your Minecraft login is your Microsoft account, so recovering it depends on the backup details you set up in advance. Here is how to prepare...

S By Shoxan Ali
2026-11-03 06:23 PM2
Deepfake Voice Scams in Minecraft: Verify a Friend Before You Act

Deepfake Voice Scams in Minecraft: Verify a Friend Before You Act

AI can now imitate a voice well enough to fool you in a voice chat or voice note. Learn how to verify "friends" in Minecraft and protect you...

S By Shoxan Ali
2026-11-03 06:39 PM0
Discord App Permissions: Give Access Only to What You Really Need

Discord App Permissions: Give Access Only to What You Really Need

Discord can ask your phone for the mic, camera, photos and more. Learn how to check each permission, switch off what you don't need, and sta...

S By Shoxan Ali
2026-11-03 03:28 PM0
Minecraft Gift Card Scams: Redeem Codes Only in Your Microsoft Account

Minecraft Gift Card Scams: Redeem Codes Only in Your Microsoft Account

Fake giveaways and "I'll send you Minecoins" offers often aim to steal gift card codes. Learn the warning signs and the safe way to redeem a...

S By Shoxan Ali
2026-11-03 10:35 AM2
Minecraft App Permissions: Say No to Apps That Ask for Too Much

Minecraft App Permissions: Say No to Apps That Ask for Too Much

Minecraft on a phone or tablet only needs a few permissions. Learn how to review them, spot fake apps that demand more, and protect your Mic...

S By Shoxan Ali
2026-11-03 10:35 AM0
Deepfake Voice Scams on Discord: Verify Before You Trust a Familiar Voice

Deepfake Voice Scams on Discord: Verify Before You Trust a Familiar Voice

AI can now imitate voices, and scammers can use that in Discord calls and voice chats. Learn the warning signs, a simple verification trick,...

S By Shoxan Ali
2026-11-03 10:42 AM0
Discord Activity and Profile Privacy: Share Less, Stay Safer

Discord Activity and Profile Privacy: Share Less, Stay Safer

Your Discord profile, linked accounts and activity status can tell scammers a lot about you. Learn which settings to tighten and how to shar...

S By Shoxan Ali
2026-11-03 06:53 AM0