International travelers should consider getting a burner phone to avoid border agents snooping on their private data.

If you're traveling internationally, carrying a simple phone that doesn't store personal information can be a smart move when entering the US.

Burner phones aren’t just for nefarious intentions, like you see on TV. They can actually be a handy tool for people who get distracted easily (because we all know how easy it is to turn off “Focus” ...

Border agents in the US are reportedly increasing the frequency and intensity of device searches, including phones belonging to American citizens returning home. Such searches aren't illegal, but they ...

Chances are you’re not an international spy, a member of an organized crime family or a drug smuggler, but in a world where smartphones contain reams of sensitive personal data and can easily be used ...

Border agents in the US are dramatically stepping up searches of people coming into the country, even US citizens returning from trips. And they have the authority to search your personal devices.

Burner phones have seen a quiet resurgence in 2025. These simple mobile devices remain popular among privacy-conscious users, digital minimalists, and anyone looking for a basic secondary phone. The ...