I Have Too Many Subscriptions and You May Too. Here’s Why That Might Be a Security Issue

We have subscriptions to everything these days: streaming services, podcasts, online games, food delivery, fitness apps and even products like coffee beans. And nearly every company and creative professional has a newsletter or marketing listserv, too. With tools like autocomplete and Shop Pay, it’s easier than ever to sign up and subscribe.

I’ve fallen prey to this myself. The consequence? My inbox gets clogged with near-endless email newsletters, and the low-cost services start adding up, becoming a major monthly expense.

There’s a bigger, more existential threat, too. Every time you subscribe to something, you're handing over your data: name and email, as well as other identifying information such as your address and credit card info. We’ll explore how that data can be used against you and what you can do to minimize the risks associated with subscriptions.

How subscriptions can create security risks

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