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

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

Traveling internationally comes with its own unique set of stresses. Though you may've considered which suitcase to pack, or how to stay connected while on the go, 2025 has delivered a new complexity.

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 ...

A burner phone might be one way to avoid having your personal data scrutinized when crossing U.S. borders, even if you're not hiding anything. Travelers are reportedly facing higher rates of ...

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.