Protect yourself
Every week we see computers hit by scams, malware, stolen passwords, and failed drives. These are the tools we recommend to our own families. Sign up through our links and we can help you set them up on every device in the house.
Antivirus & malware
Blocks viruses, ransomware, and scam websites in real time.
It is the same tool we run on the bench when a computer comes in infected. Works on Windows, Mac, iPhone, and Android.
Best for: anyone who has ever clicked a bad link or had a fake virus warning.
Get Malwarebytes
Password manager
Creates and remembers a strong, unique password for every account.
Reused passwords are how one data breach turns into a hacked email, bank, and social media account. Bitwarden fills your passwords in for you on your computer, phone, and tablet, so you only have to remember one.
Best for: anyone who reuses passwords or keeps them on a sticky note.
Get Bitwarden
Personal data removal
Removes your name, address, and phone number from data broker lists.
Data brokers sell the information scammers use to target you. Incogni sends removal requests for you and keeps sending them.
Best for: anyone getting spam calls, scam texts, or phishing emails.
Get Incogni
VPN
Encrypts your connection on public WiFi and at home.
Hotel, airport, and coffee shop networks are easy to snoop on. One subscription covers every device you own.
Best for: travelers, remote workers, and families with lots of devices.
Get Surfshark
Cloud backup
Backs up your computers and phones to the cloud automatically.
Hard drives fail and ransomware locks files. With a backup, a dead laptop is an inconvenience instead of a disaster. One plan covers multiple devices.
Best for: anyone with photos, documents, or business files they cannot afford to lose.
Get IDriveDisclosure: The Digital Docs earns a commission when you sign up through these links, at no extra cost to you. We only recommend tools we trust and use ourselves.
How it works
Create your account using the buttons on this page so we know you came from us.
Most people can do it themselves in a few minutes. Each tool walks you through it.
Bring your devices to the shop or request a visit and we will set everything up and check that it works.
Questions
No. For most households we start with three: Malwarebytes for protection, Bitwarden for passwords and Incogni if you get a lot of scam calls or texts. Add IDrive if you dont use Onedrive or iCloud for your data backups. Add Surfshark if you travel or work on public WiFi.
It can, but it does not have to. When we set it up for you, we configure it to run alongside Windows Defender, so your computer stays protected even if your Malwarebytes subscription lapses.
It costs you nothing extra, and it supports a local shop. The Digital Docs earns a small commission, and since we recommend these tools, we know them well if you ever need help.
Yes. Bring your devices to the hospital on Elm Street or request a visit, and we will install everything, check that it works, and show you how to use it.
Tell us what devices you have and what worries you most. We will recommend the right tools and set them up for you.
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