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Monitoring your employees isn't the most glamorous thing to do, but it's necessary. Fortunately, companies like ActivTrak have come up with smart ways for you to be on top of your workers' productivity without breaching their privacy. Unlike other monitoring systems, ActivTrak doesn't take screenshots all day long, but the app does take screenshots when an employee goes against your company policies. The software will also automatically blur any personal information on the image, such as Social Security numbers. To make things even better, the comprehensive reporting ActivTrak offers is the perfect way to check where you need to improve operational bottlenecks, which employees may need help, and more. Prices start at $9 per month per user, but you can try ActivTrak's paid features with the 14-day free trial available. Plus, there's a free plan that supports up to three users.

Based in Switzerland and founded in 2013, pCloud is one of the most secure cloud backup services on the market. It offers peace of mind with 256-bit AES end-to-end encryption and 30-day file revisions. Beyond privacy, pCloud's ideal for both beginners and advanced users, and subscriptions cover an unlimited number of devices. The online backup service automatically syncs documents and folders from all devices and stores data in a logical file structure. Last but not least, sharing documents is a straightforward process. Users can share files by creating unique links on the website, desktop application, and mobile app. There are also no size limitations when it comes to uploading larger photos and videos. Prices start as low as $4.17 per month, but it's possible to use pCloud's services at zero cost by taking advantage of its 10GB free version.

MacCleaner Pro, developed by Ukraine-based macOS experts Nektony in 2011, is one of the best Mac optimizers available.

The Mac optimization software not only lets you clean your system and manage disk space, but also helps you find duplicate files, properly uninstall applications, update apps, and more.

Users can download the software and test out the features with a 2-day free trial and after that subscribe the service for as low as $3.33 per month, including a $15.51 discount.

Whenever a new VPN service enters the market, it's always hard to predict its success. Will it bring something fresh and be a threat to the bigger names? Or will it fall through the cracks along with so many others? Switzerland-based PrivadoVPN may not be the most recognizable name in the VPN industry just yet, but it's definitely worth attention and praise. Not only is it headquartered in one of the safest places for online privacy, but it also provides fast and reliable worldwide connections with end-to-end encryption, user-friendly multiplatform apps, P2P support, and much more. Even better, it comes at an attractive price and offers a very interesting free version.

If you've been using email marketing to leverage your sales funnel, you know how important sender reputation is. After all, no one can open your emails if they don't reach your customers' inboxes. SMTP.com knows this too, and that's why it created an email delivery platform to improve the quality of your mailing list. The company collaborates with clients non-stop to pinpoint the reasons behind soft bounces, user engagement, and more. However, unlike email marketing services, SMTP.com doesn't have a platform to create your newsletters. Instead, you'll have to integrate it into your website either via its API or by using a plugin. This can be a bit challenging for those just starting out. But don't worry, SMTP.com guides you every step of the way. Better yet, the service doesn't come with a prohibitive price. You can get SMTP.com for as low as $22.50 per month with a monthly allowance of 50,000 emails. Additionally, there's a 30-day sandbox account available to test everything out.

Canva is one of the most popular graphic design platforms on the market. Not only is it extremely easy to use, but it comes with thousands of templates that allow you to create beautiful designs in just a few minutes. Although it doesn't offer the same flexibility as other apps like Photoshop, it's the perfect solution for anyone who doesn't have advanced design skills but needs to create visuals for social media, websites, reports, and more. Canva also caters to businesses by allowing coworkers to edit images together and providing shared file management. Canva offers a limited free plan that you can use forever. But considering all the features and templates you get with a paid plan, the $9.99 per month subscription is worthwhile.

1-800Accountant is a hybrid online accounting solution that covers entity formation, tax filing, and bookkeeping under one roof, removing the complexity and administrative burden of running a business.

This user-friendly online accounting service, also available for Android and iOS, is designed for solopreneurs and small businesses who want to stay worry-free from IRS audits and missed tax filing deadlines.

It includes business tax preparation, unlimited access to tax experts, audit defense, ADP-powered payroll, and several integrations.

You can schedule a free consultation with an expert to get a personalized package, or start a subscription right away for a minimum of $209 per month.

Standard email services have never been a secure way to communicate. However, applying end-to-end encryption by yourself is extremely difficult and might even be too much for the less tech-savvy. By offering the ability to encrypt messages (as well as attachments) in just a few clicks, Trustifi is one of the most straightforward ways to send emails securely. The app shines when it comes to its Outlook and Gmail add-ons, which allow you to continue using your favorite email client. On top of that, it boasts some advanced security features to ensure it meets all the necessary legal requirements to be GDPR and HIPAA compliant, as well as protect you against phishing attempts, viruses, and more. The company follows a waterfall pricing structure where you pay less per user the more employees you have, and it offers a 14-day free trial to test everything out for yourself before committing to a purchase.

The VPN industry keeps on flourishing with new providers constantly emerging. Because of this, having a distinct name is a great way to draw attention and make sure a service is easily remembered. Panama-based VeePN is a good example of that. Having launched in 2019, there's much more to it than a well-chosen name, as it delivers handy multiplatform apps, a worldwide server network, customizable connection preferences, and the most important privacy and security features. The service can be used for free for 24 hours or purchased in three attractively-priced plans, all of which are protected by a 30-day money-back guarantee.