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How to Protect Your Security System from Hackers

2 weeks ago | safewise.com | Rebecca Edwards

research hours in 25+ in-home testsyears of combined experiencehomes and people protectedReviewed by IT security expert Pete CanavanYou have a security system to protect your home, but you also need to protect your system from hackers. Learn how to protect your security system from hackers: We tell you what to watch out for and what you can do to improve your internet security. The short answer is yes, wireless alarm systems can be hacked. But that doesn’t mean it’s a foregone conclusion.
Get Road-Trip Ready with These NHTSA-Approved Vehicle Safety Checks

3 weeks ago | safewise.com | Rebecca Edwards

Written by Rebecca is the Managing Editor and lead safety expert at SafeWise.com, where she's been researching, testing, and writing about home and personal security for over 12 years. Her safety smarts come from both real life and professional experience—as a single parent trying out safety and security gadgets to protect her family and a former college director responsible for safety plans and strategies to keep buildings, grounds, and hundreds of students and faculty safe every day.
Best Customer-Rated Home Security Systems

1 month ago | safewise.com | Rebecca Edwards

skip to main content Starts at$19.99/mo DIY installation 60-day trial period Customer service star 70% off equipment Starts at$29.99/mo Pro installation Smarter security cameras Advanced smart home features Starts at$21.99/mo DIY or pro installation Advanced dispatch technology Active Guard monitoring Starts at$28.99*/mo Pro installation Longest money-back period Google Nest cameras When it comes to home security, real customer experiences matter most. That’s why we dug into thousands of...
Essential Home Security Systems Guide for 2025

2 months ago | safewise.com | Rebecca Edwards

research hours in 25+ in-home testsyears of combined experiencehomes and people protectedYour home should be your safe place. But keeping it that way takes planning, the right gear, and a little know-how. That’s where we come in. Whether you're researching your first alarm setup or looking to upgrade, this expert-driven guide covers everything you need to know about home security systems—how they work, how to choose, and how to protect what matters most.
Feel Safer and More Prepared: The Self-Defense 101 Class Every Woman Should Take

2 months ago | safewise.com | Rebecca Edwards

skip to main content research hours in 25+ in-home testsyears of combined experiencehomes and people protectedIt's not about being paranoid—it's about being prepared. That's the idea behind Self-Defense 101: What Every Woman Should Know, a live virtual class taking place on Sunday, April 27, from 6:00 to 7:00 PM CDT.
Abode Smart Lock Review

2 months ago | safewise.com | Katie McEntire |John Carlsen |Cathy Habas |Alina Bradford

research hours in 25+ in-home testsyears of combined experiencehomes and people protectedLooking for a smart lock that doesn't scream "smart lock" from the front porch? You should check out the Abode Smart Lock. We tested this low-profile device at home for two months, and it's got a lot going for it—especially if you're into smart home gear but not complicated installations or clunky designs. After living with it, here's what we liked (and didn't like).
Gabb Watch 3e Review

2 months ago | safewise.com | Alina Bradford

In May 2024, we surveyed 1,000 parents about their safety concerns. Only about 7% named "child getting lost" as one of their greatest safety concerns. On the other hand, abduction was the second-biggest concern, with over 20% of parents saying it was their greatest fear. (Inappropriate content was the most common fear among parents.) Regardless of why you want to keep track of your child's location, you need a reliable device so you don't experience false alarms.
Reolink Wireless Security System Review: Not Your Average Security System

2 months ago | safewise.com | Alina Bradford

Reolink Wireless Security System Local storage on hubs & cameras Affordable cloud storage Missing traditional security devices Standard LTE Plan$6.99/mo. Up to 530 GBPremier LTE Plan$10.99/mo. Up to 1080 GBresearch hours in 25+ in-home testsyears of combined experiencehomes and people protectedReolink Wireless Security Systems have two things that make them stand out against the competition. First, they include some of the best security cameras on the market.
Are Your Kids Using Chat Bots? Here's How to Know

2 months ago | safewise.com | Alina Bradford

skip to main content research hours in 25+ in-home testsyears of combined experiencehomes and people protectedYou probably don't want your kids talking to chatbots. Just in the last few months, Character.AI has been sued several times over its chatbots telling a kid to self-harm, giving kids hypersexualized content (such as advising a 14-year-old how to lose her virginity), encouraging suicide, and encouraging parricide.
The Best Home Security Systems of 2025 | SafeWise

2 months ago | safewise.com | John Carlsen |Cathy Habas |Alina Bradford |Rebecca Edwards

After our most recent round of testing and researching security systems, SimpliSafe is our top pick for 2025—thanks to smart live monitoring, affordable gear, and no-pressure plans.