Emily Long
Emily Long is a freelance writer based in Salt Lake City.
After graduating from Duke University, she spent several years reporting on the federal workforce for Government Executive, a publication of Atlantic Media Company, in Washington, D.C. She has nearly a decade of experience as a freelancer covering tech (including issues related to security, privacy, and streaming) as well as personal finance and travel.
In addition to Lifehacker, her work has been featured on Wirecutter, Tom’s Guide, and ZDNET. Emily has also worked as a travel guide around the U.S. and as a content editor. She has a masters in social work and is a licensed therapist in Utah.
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Today’s Wordle Hints (and Answer) for Friday, May 16, 2025
Here are some hints to help you win Wordle #1,427.
TikTok Is Adding Three New Accessibility Features
AI-powered alt text is coming to your content.
Today’s Wordle Hints (and Answer) for Thursday, May 15, 2025
Here are some hints to help you win Wordle #1,426.
You Don't Need to Panic Over the Latest Steam 'Leak'
Your account is probably safe, but you should have 2FA enabled anyway.
Microsoft’s ‘Patch Tuesday’ Update Fixes Seven Zero-Day Exploits
Update your computer to take care of those and 65 other vulnerabilities.
This AI Video Generator Is Spreading Malware
Noodlophile steals account credentials and crypto wallet files.
You Can Now Claim a Payout From the 23andMe Data Breach
The settlement could reimburse up to $10,000 for some users.
Today’s Wordle Hints (and Answer) for Wednesday, May 14, 2025
Here are some hints to help you win Wordle #1,425.
Google Is Expanding Its Use of AI to Protect You From Scams
Plus better theft protection, "live threat detection" for apps, and a new way to make sure you're chatting with who you think you are.
11 of the Most Common Venmo Scams (and How to Avoid Them)
There's absolutely no reason for your transactions to be posted publicly.
Today’s Wordle Hints (and Answer) for Tuesday, May 13, 2025
Here are some hints to help you win Wordle #1,424.
Apple's Siri Settlement Emails Are Now Rolling Out to Affected Users
It might be a little hard to spot, though.
Today’s Wordle Hints (and Answer) for Monday, May 12, 2025
Here are some hints to help you win Wordle #1,423.
Today’s Wordle Hints (and Answer) for Sunday, May 11, 2025
Here are some hints to help you win Wordle #1,422.
Today’s Wordle Hints (and Answer) for Saturday, May 10, 2025
Here are some hints to help you win Wordle #1,421.
Two-Factor Authentication Can Fail You, but You Can Make It More Secure
Some forms of 2FA can be easily phished.
That Online Joann Fabric and Crafts Sale Is a Scam
You'll have to buy your clearance craft supplies in person.
Today’s Wordle Hints (and Answer) for Friday, May 9, 2025
Here are some hints to help you win Wordle #1,420.
Google's Latest Android Update Patches 46 Security Flaws
The fix addresses a zero-day vulnerability that has been exploited.