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About
ScamSniff
Plain English. No alarms. Built for everyone 55 and up.
Published by HodlSTX. Our editorial team is responsible for source checking and corrections. Contact us about a correction.
Our Mission
The internet should be a safe place for everyone — not just tech experts. ScamSniff was created to bridge the gap between complex cybersecurity advice and the practical steps everyday people need to protect themselves, their families, and their finances online.
We believe that security shouldn't require a computer science degree. Our guides are written in plain English, with clear action steps anyone can follow.
What We Cover
- Scam alerts and phishing identification
- Device and account protection strategies
- Safe online banking and shopping practices
- Family safety tools and parental controls
- Password managers, VPNs, and antivirus software reviews
- Identity theft prevention and recovery
Our Approach
Our editorial content is informational. Product testing claims and affiliate offers must be verified before publication. We compare provider documentation and public consumer guidance; this site does not provide individual financial or cybersecurity advice.
Our reviews are honest and unbiased. We will never recommend a product just because it pays a higher commission. If something isn't good enough for our own families, we won't recommend it to yours.
Our Team
ScamSniff is run by a small team of cybersecurity enthusiasts and consumer advocates who are passionate about making online safety accessible to everyone. We stay on top of the latest threats, scams, and security tools so you don't have to.