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Mar 2025
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Spring Cleaning: Don't Be A Digital Hoar...

The New York Times
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Digital hygiene rarely tops spring cleaning lists—but it should. Our tech editor shares how to declutter your phone, and why you need a password manager.

 

Guest: Wirecutter Senior Tech Editor, Caitlin McGarry

 

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