A Secure Life

10/01/2020

Whether you’ve always called America’s Finest City your home or you’re a recent transplant, you’ve likely thought about getting a home security system. Here are our favorite local San Diego security providers.

https://www.asecurelife.com/san-diego/

Whether you’ve always called America’s Finest City your home or you’re a recent transplant, you’ve likely thought about getting a home security system. Here are our favorite local San Diego security providers.

16/12/2019

Scam websites are getting more difficult to spot, but there are still ways that you can tell. Learn how to protect yourself and your identity!
https://www.asecurelife.com/how-to-spot-a-fake-website/

Prevent your personal information and financial data from being compromised.

13/12/2019

Between online fraud, porch pirates, house fires, wicked winter storms, and poisonous poinsettias, there are lots of ways for your yuletide to go south (and we don't mean to Cabo). Here are our security experts' Christmas Safety Tips: https://www.asecurelife.com/christmas-safety-tips/

Remember these basic Christmas safety tips and ways for staying safe around the holidays while you are doing your holiday shopping in stores or online.

12/12/2019

Does Google Assistant beat Amazon Alexa? It’s a heated contest between evenly matched rivals, so we broke down Google Trends data state by state to see which of the smart assistants gets more search love.

https://www.asecurelife.com/best-home-automation-system/

11/12/2019

From snowstorms to blizzards to snowpocalypses, winter storms can escalate quickly. Check out our tips for staying safe when the white stuff really starts to pile up.

https://www.asecurelife.com/winter-storm-tips/

Winter storm preparedness is a virtue. Be prepared and take these steps to make sure your home is snowstorm-ready before winter comes.

10/12/2019

The likelihood that someone will break into your home varies from state to state. We analyzed the latest FBI burglary data and found some interesting trends.

https://www.asecurelife.com/best-diy-home-security-systems/

10/12/2019

59% of US teens have experienced cyberbullying. To help, we compiled a parent-friendly guide to preventing, recognizing, and dealing with cyberbullying.

https://www.asecurelife.com/cyberbullying-prevention-guide/

59% of US teens have experienced cyberbullying. To help, we compiled a parent-friendly guide to preventing, recognizing, and dealing with cyberbullying.

05/12/2019

Home injuries result in an average of 21 million medical visits each year! Check out common triggers, home accident statistics & home safety tips.

https://www.asecurelife.com/home-accident-statistics/

Home injuries result in thousands of injuries and hospital visits each year. Check out common triggers, home accident statistics & home safety tips.

04/12/2019

Shopping for a security camera that integrates smoothly with your Google Home? You'll want to check out our in-depth reviews of all the Nest cams before you buy.

https://www.asecurelife.com/nest-camera-review/

Nest offers a variety of feature-rich, aesthetically pleasing security cameras. Read on to see which of their offerings is right for you.

04/12/2019

Need help understanding what your carbon monoxide detector is trying to tell you? Here’s how to know when you need to get out of the house or just change a battery.

https://www.asecurelife.com/carbon-monoxide-detector-going-off/

Need help understanding what your carbon monoxide detector is trying to tell you? Here’s how to know when you need to get out of the house or just change a battery.

03/12/2019

Being prepared is essential to emergency situations. We've created this infographic to highlight some of the dangers of falling in the home and to stress the importance of being prepared.

Learn more about Medical Alert Systems and fall prevention here https://www.asecurelife.com/best-medical-alert-system/

26/11/2019

Scammers love the holidays, too, so here are our 7 tips for shopping online safely.

https://www.asecurelife.com/tips-for-safer-online-shopping/

Read through our tips for online shopping safety, including some steps you might not even think about so you stay safe when shopping online.

25/11/2019

Holiday shopping doesn't have to be frantic. We're here to help you find great Amazon deals without leaving your house—pants are optional.

https://www.asecurelife.com/best-current-amazon-deals/

Holiday shopping doesn't have to be frantic. We're here to help you find great Amazon deals without leaving your house—pants are optional.

22/11/2019

Do you have a fake social profile somewhere? You're not alone. According to our background checks survey, featured in the PCMag article below, one in four people have a fake social media account. Turns out more people lie about their backgrounds than you’d think.

https://www.pcmag.com/news/372075/one-in-four-people-have-a-fake-social-profile-somewhere

Also, lots of people who were surveyed admit to lying on housing applications, resumes, and dating profiles. Knowing this makes the future of background checks seem bright.

20/11/2019

What should you put in your emergency car kit? Read through our emergency car kit checklist to make sure you are prepared for your next automotive emergency 🚗

https://www.asecurelife.com/emergency-car-kit-checklist/

What should you put in your emergency car kit? Read through our emergency car kit checklist to make sure you are prepared for your next automotive emergency.

20/11/2019

Fact: A vehicle is stolen about every 40 seconds in the United States, and 40% of them are never recovered. Learn more about your city’s car theft rate here!

https://www.asecurelife.com/top-metro-cities-for-car-theft/

Our team looked at metropolitan cities throughout the country to determine which ones had the highest rates of stolen cars.

19/11/2019

Are there more accidents over the Thanksgiving holiday? We analyzed the data to find the 10 most dangerous locations in the US for Thanksgiving travel.

https://www.asecurelife.com/thanksgiving-travel/

18/11/2019

Holiday shopping is around the corner! Here are some steps you can take if a package is stolen (and how to prevent it from happening in the first place).

https://www.asecurelife.com/preventing-package-theft/

Stolen packages are a hassle. Here's what to do when someone takes your packages and some tips on how to keep your mail safe in the future.

26/09/2019

A vehicle is stolen about every 40 seconds in the United States—over 40% of them are never recovered.
See if your city made the list of top 20 metro cities for car theft in 2019, and join our Vivint Car Guard giveaway!

Our team looked at metropolitan cities throughout the country to determine which ones had the highest rates of stolen cars.

14/08/2019

Some of us are just more visual. Check out our new video showing you why we love Vivint, Frontpoint, ADT, and SimpliSafe for home security in 2019. https://youtu.be/VMswuG1W5hQ

TOP 4 BEST HOME SECURITY SYSTEMS 2019 1. Vivint Home Security 2. Frontpoint Home Security 3. ADT Home Security 4. SimpliSafe Home Security OUR #1 RECOMMENDAT...

08/01/2019

We get it—contracts can be intimidating. In the home security industry, 36-month terms are pretty common, and with that, most companies require you to pay back the majority of your contract when you cancel early.

If you don’t want to get tied down to a company for three years or more, plenty of viable no-contract security systems offer more freedom and flexibility. Here's a break down a few of our favorite contract-free security systems.

Don't want a contract? That's OK, check out our list of the top security systems, all contract free, DIY and fully customizable for your life and home.

02/01/2019

Our home security reviews dig into what each company is best at. With that info you can find a system that’s tailored to your needs, whether you want cheap monthly monitoring, the latest home automation gear, or a system with no contract.

Keep reading for help finding a security system that’s right for you.

Check out the 2019 winners for best home security system based on our unbiased, independent research and reviews.

12/12/2018

Vivint’s focus on quality equipment and home automation gives it an edge over other security companies.

Vivint is one of the only big security companies to offer a contract-free security option. This customer-first thinking is a big part of why we recommend Vivint over other security companies.

11/12/2018

Still scrambling to find last-minute holiday gifts for those hard-to-please folks on your list? We're here to help. Consider the products below and check out our full gift guide for more present ideas.
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10/12/2018

With so many security providers out there, it can be tough to find the right home security system without spending precious time doing boring research.

Luckily, boring research is our wheelhouse—so we’ve done the digging for you.

Looking for a home security system in Canada? We have a list of solid options whether you’re looking for DIY installation, low prices, or convenient home automation devices.

05/12/2018

Giving great gifts is one of the best parts of the holiday season—but finding those gifts can be a hassle.

Instead of spending your precious spare time scrambling to find the right gift, pour a glass of wine, steal the comfy spot on your couch back from the cat, and turn on Die Hard while you use the list below to find practical presents for everyone on your shopping list.

Taking advantage of Black Friday and Cyber Monday deals for you holiday gift shopping? We've looked at the privacy threats of the most popular tech gadgets.

03/12/2018

More than likely, you—or someone you know— has used Tinder. The popular online dating app has been bringing people together since 2012. But as with all online dating formats, it comes with a risk.

We’ve started a petition on Change.org, asking Tinder to prioritize user safety and take steps to protect users from s*x offenders and other violent criminals. Sign our petition by clicking below.

We’ve started a petition on Change.org, asking Tinder to prioritize user safety and take steps to protect users from s*x offenders and other violent criminals.

29/11/2018

Your safety is more important than any belongings in your house. If you see any signs of a break-in, don’t go inside. Stay in your car or go to a neighbor’s house to call the police.