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How to: Get to Know Android Privacy and Security Settings
How to: Get to Know Android Privacy and Security Settings
Open up your Android phone’s Settings app and you’ll find dozens of different options with little guidance on what those options do. Some of these settings have a serious impact on your privacy and security, altering what data gets shared automatically with apps, data brokers, and Google itself. What sorts...
How to: Get to Know iPhone Privacy and Security Settings
How to: Get to Know iPhone Privacy and Security Settings
Open up your iPhone’s Settings app and you’ll find dozens of different options with little guidance on what those options do. Some of these settings have a serious impact on your privacy and security, altering what data gets shared automatically with apps, data brokers, and Apple itself. What sorts of...
What is Multifactor Authentication (MFA) and Why Should You Use It? - National Cybersecurity Alliance
What is Multifactor Authentication (MFA) and Why Should You Use It? - National Cybersecurity Alliance
A thorough guide to multifactor authentication, with steps to set it up, information on why it’s critical, and how to keep your accounts as secure as possible.
Home for the holidays? Share this top cybersecurity advice with friends and family | TechCrunch
Home for the holidays? Share this top cybersecurity advice with friends and family | TechCrunch
Want a security starter pack? Electronic Frontier Foundation
Want a security starter pack? Electronic Frontier Foundation
Tools — Democracy Security Project
Tools — Democracy Security Project
Infosec 101 for Activists
Infosec 101 for Activists
Online Security Checklist | Late Night Anti-Fascists
Online Security Checklist | Late Night Anti-Fascists
The WIRED Guide to Digital Opsec for Teens | WIRED
The WIRED Guide to Digital Opsec for Teens | WIRED
Opt Out October: Daily Tips to Protect Your Privacy and Security | Electronic Frontier Foundation
Opt Out October: Daily Tips to Protect Your Privacy and Security | Electronic Frontier Foundation
Here’s What Your Browser is Telling Everyone About You
Here’s What Your Browser is Telling Everyone About You
Are You Being Tracked by an AirTag? Here’s How to Check
Are You Being Tracked by an AirTag? Here’s How to Check
Why You Should Start Using Encrypted Communications—Today
Why You Should Start Using Encrypted Communications—Today
Choosing the VPN That's Right for You | Surveillance Self-Defense
Choosing the VPN That's Right for You | Surveillance Self-Defense
How to: Encrypt Your Windows, Mac, or Linux Computer
How to: Encrypt Your Windows, Mac, or Linux Computer
Can the Government Read My Text Messages? | Digital Rights Bytes
Can the Government Read My Text Messages? | Digital Rights Bytes
10 ways to secure your older Mac from threats and malware - CyberGuy
10 ways to secure your older Mac from threats and malware - CyberGuy
How Cops Can Get Your Private Online Data | Electronic Frontier Foundation
How Cops Can Get Your Private Online Data | Electronic Frontier Foundation
Understanding 2024 cyber attack trends - Help Net Security
Understanding 2024 cyber attack trends - Help Net Security
Ignoring router security settings puts millions at risk from hidden dangers - CyberGuy
Ignoring router security settings puts millions at risk from hidden dangers - CyberGuy
Should I Use My State’s Digital Driver’s License? - EFF
Should I Use My State’s Digital Driver’s License? - EFF
Surveillance
The WIRED Guide to Protecting Yourself From Government Surveillance
The WIRED Guide to Protecting Yourself From Government Surveillance
Donald Trump has vowed to deport millions and jail his enemies. To carry out that agenda, his administration will exploit America’s digital surveillance machine. Here are some steps you can take to evade it.
Top Ten EFF Digital Security Resources for People Concerned About the Incoming Trump Administration | Electronic Frontier Foundation
Top Ten EFF Digital Security Resources for People Concerned About the Incoming Trump Administration | Electronic Frontier Foundation
In the wake of the 2024 election in the United States, many people are concerned about tightening up their digital privacy and security practices. As always, we recommend that people start making their security plan by understanding their risks. For most people in the U.S., the threats that they...
Activists, journalists and civil rights organizations prepare for increased surveillance
Activists, journalists and civil rights organizations prepare for increased surveillance
What a new Trump mandate could mean for American data privacy rights | TechRadar
What a new Trump mandate could mean for American data privacy rights | TechRadar
Social Media
Are You Revealing Too Much Personal Info on Social Media? Here's How to Stay Safe
Are You Revealing Too Much Personal Info on Social Media? Here's How to Stay Safe
We can work to reclaim technology for us.
The WIRED Guide to Digital Opsec for Teens
The WIRED Guide to Digital Opsec for Teens
Practicing good “operations security” is essential to staying safe online. Here's a complete guide for teenagers (and anyone else) who wants to button up their digital lives.
Mad at Meta? Don't Let Them Collect and Monetize Your Personal Data | Electronic Frontier Foundation
Mad at Meta? Don't Let Them Collect and Monetize Your Personal Data | Electronic Frontier Foundation
If you’re fed up with Meta right now, you’re not alone. Meta tracks you across millions of websites and apps and its business model relies on your data. If you want to limit Meta’s ability to collect and profit from your personal data, here’s what you need to know.
Social Media Privacy - Electronic Privacy Information Center
Social Media Privacy - Electronic Privacy Information Center
Protests
Know Your Rights | Protesters’ Rights | ACLU
Know Your Rights | Protesters’ Rights | ACLU
The First Amendment protects your right to assemble and express your views through protest. However, police and other government officials are allowed to place certain narrow restrictions on the exercise of speech rights. Make sure you’re prepared by brushing up on your rights before heading out into the streets.
Attending a Protest - Electronic Frontier Foundation
Attending a Protest - Electronic Frontier Foundation
For quick reference, we've created a handy guide designed to be printed, folded, and carried in your pocket (PDF download). Now, more than ever, citizens must be able to hold those in power accountable and inspire others through the act of protest. Protecting your electronic devices and digital assets before, during,...
Protest safety tips from Greenpeace
Protest safety tips from Greenpeace
Protest is a powerful strategy to demand justice. Greenpeace has been holding and supporting protests around the world for nearly 50 years. Because of this, we’ve received requests and messages asking for advice on protest tactics, digital, and physical security against militarized police forces. While we have compiled this from a US point of view where this Greenpeace […]
How Cops Are Using Flock Safety's ALPR Network to Surveil Protesters and Activists
How Cops Are Using Flock Safety's ALPR Network to Surveil Protesters and Activists
Travel
Know Your Rights | Enforcement at the Airport | ACLU
Know Your Rights | Enforcement at the Airport | ACLU
At the border, you are likely to encounter Customs and Border Protection (CBP) officers, and you may encounter Homeland Security Investigations (HSI) agents. HSI is part of U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE). Know your rights in these scenarios.
Is it safe to travel with your phone right now?
Is it safe to travel with your phone right now?
Know your rights, but also minimize your risk.
One Tech Tip: Locking down your device when crossing borders
One Tech Tip: Locking down your device when crossing borders
Travelers should prepare for extra scrutiny of devices when crossing borders, especially when entering the U.S.
EFF Border Search Pocket Guide
EFF Border Search Pocket Guide
Preparing for Electronic Device Searches at United States Borders | hselaw.com
Preparing for Electronic Device Searches at United States Borders | hselaw.com
Technology Tools
Have I Been Pwned: Check if your email address has been exposed in a data breach
Have I Been Pwned: Check if your email address has been exposed in a data breach
Have I Been Pwned allows you to check whether your email address has been exposed in a data breach.
8 Best Password Managers (2025), Tested and Reviewed | WIRED
8 Best Password Managers (2025), Tested and Reviewed | WIRED
Keep your logins locked down with our favorite password management apps for PC, Mac, Android, iPhone, and web browsers.
The best password managers in 2025 | Tom's Guide
The best password managers in 2025 | Tom's Guide
Securely store and autofill your passwords with one of the best password managers
Best password managers 2025: 6 trustworthy options | PCWorld
Best password managers 2025: 6 trustworthy options | PCWorld
6 Best Password Managers – Forbes Advisor
6 Best Password Managers – Forbes Advisor
The Best Free VPNs We've Tested for 2025 | PCMag
The Best Free VPNs We've Tested for 2025 | PCMag
Best 10 VPN Providers Of 2025 – Forbes Advisor
Best 10 VPN Providers Of 2025 – Forbes Advisor
There Are Hundreds of VPNs, But I Only Recommend These 6 | WIRED
There Are Hundreds of VPNs, But I Only Recommend These 6 | WIRED
Bitwarden Password Manager for Business, Enterprise & Personal
Bitwarden Password Manager for Business, Enterprise & Personal
Proton VPN
Proton VPN
Signal Messenger
Signal Messenger
Organizations defending your privacy
American Civil Liberties Union
American Civil Liberties Union
The ACLU dares to create a more perfect union — beyond one person, party, or side. Our mission is to realize this promise of the United States Constitution for all and expand the reach of its guarantees.
Electronic Frontier Foundation
Electronic Frontier Foundation
Defending your rights in the digital world
Electronic Privacy Information Center
Electronic Privacy Information Center
Center for Democracy and Technology
Center for Democracy and Technology
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