Privacy Guides
Comprehensive guides to protect your privacy and security online. From basic privacy tips to advanced techniques for the security-conscious.
Why Privacy Matters
In today's digital world, your personal information is constantly being collected, tracked, and sold. Privacy isn't about having something to hide—it's about maintaining control over your personal information and deciding who has access to it.
Your Digital Footprint
Everything you do online leaves traces. From websites you visit to searches you perform, companies build detailed profiles about you that can be used for targeted advertising or sold to third parties.
Privacy vs Security
Privacy and security are interconnected but distinct concerns. Security protects your data from unauthorized access, while privacy controls who has authorized access to your information.
Our guides will help you take practical steps to enhance both your privacy and security, giving you greater control over your digital life regardless of your technical expertise.
Getting Started: Beginner Guides
Secure Your Browser
Learn how to configure your browser for enhanced privacy and security. Find the best extensions and settings to prevent tracking and protect your data.
Setup a VPN
A comprehensive guide to choosing and setting up a VPN for various devices and operating systems to encrypt your traffic and protect your online identity.
Password Management
Learn how to create strong passwords and securely manage them using password managers. Protect your accounts from unauthorized access.
Social Media Privacy
Configure your social media accounts for maximum privacy. Learn what data is collected and how to minimize your digital footprint.
Next Level: Intermediate Guides
Anonymous Browsing
Go beyond basic privacy measures with Tor, specialized browsers, and techniques to maintain anonymity while browsing the internet.
Secure Email Practices
Protect your email communications with encryption and best practices. Find privacy-focused email providers and learn about PGP encryption.
Device Encryption
Learn how to encrypt your devices including smartphones, tablets, and computers to protect your data in case of theft or unauthorized access.
Location Privacy
Protect your location data from being tracked by apps, websites, and services. Learn how to control location permissions and use location spoofing techniques.
Additional Privacy Resources
Privacy Tools Directory
A curated collection of privacy-focused software and services across various categories including email, browsers, VPNs, messaging apps, and more.
Learn moreDigital Security Checklist
A comprehensive checklist to evaluate and improve your digital security. Perfect for identifying weak spots in your privacy setup.
Learn moreThreat Modeling Workshop
Learn how to assess your specific privacy risks based on your unique situation and create a personalized privacy plan.
Learn morePrivacy News & Updates
Stay informed about the latest privacy concerns, data breaches, and changes to privacy policies from major tech companies.
Learn moreNeed Personalized Privacy Help?
Our guides cover a wide range of topics, but everyone's privacy needs are different. If you have specific questions or need personalized advice, check out our help center.