#onlineprivacy — Public Fediverse posts
Live and recent posts from across the Fediverse tagged #onlineprivacy, aggregated by home.social.
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FYI: Explaining COPPA: COPPA: the 1998 US statute barring online services from collecting personal data from under-13s without verifiable parental consent, ad identifiers included. https://ppc.land/coppa/ #COPPA #PrivacyLaw #ChildSafety #DataProtection #OnlinePrivacy
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FYI: Explaining COPPA: COPPA: the 1998 US statute barring online services from collecting personal data from under-13s without verifiable parental consent, ad identifiers included. https://ppc.land/coppa/ #COPPA #PrivacyLaw #ChildSafety #DataProtection #OnlinePrivacy
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FYI: Explaining COPPA: COPPA: the 1998 US statute barring online services from collecting personal data from under-13s without verifiable parental consent, ad identifiers included. https://ppc.land/coppa/ #COPPA #PrivacyLaw #ChildSafety #DataProtection #OnlinePrivacy
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ICYMI: Explaining COPPA: COPPA: the 1998 US statute barring online services from collecting personal data from under-13s without verifiable parental consent, ad identifiers included. https://ppc.land/coppa/ #COPPA #Privacy #DataProtection #ChildSafety #OnlinePrivacy
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Adult Film Producer Unmasks Prolific 'John DOE' Torrent Pirate as Meta Executive
Comments: https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=49567053
#HackerNews #AdultFilmIndustry #TorrentPiracy #MetaExecutive #OnlinePrivacy #DigitalRights
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Brits Overwhelmingly Reject Government Access to Encrypted Messages
An overwhelming 93% of British adults believe they have a right to keep their online conversations private, with 89% agreeing that their personal messages should be off-limits without a court order.
#EndtoendEncryption #GovernmentSurveillance #OnlinePrivacy #UnitedKingdom #EmergingThreats
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Every time you use the internet, you may be creating more data than you realize.
This is why deleting cookies alone does not completely stop online tracking.
Privacy and cybersecurity are also different.
Cybersecurity protects your information from unauthorized access.
You simply need more control over the information you leave behind.
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Could an age check expose 2,000+ internal files and 269 ways to analyze your identity? Researchers say a Persona investigation revealed checks involving face scans, IDs, IPs, device fingerprints, geolocation and more.
You can change a password. You can’t change your face.
How much data are we really giving away to “just verify”?
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#digitalfootprintcheck this tool automatically checks 500+ platforms using the WhatsMyName database to locate where a username actually exists. 🔍 Real-Time Checking • 🔒 100% Private • 🌐 Client-Side Only https://www.digitalfootprintcheck.com/free-checker #DigitalFootprint #OnlinePrivacy #CyberSafety
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🧅 TOR: WHAT IT HIDES — AND WHAT IT DOESN’T
Tor can strengthen your privacy and reduce online tracking 🌐🔐 — but anonymity has limits. Understanding what Tor protects, and what it doesn’t, is just as important as using it.
🛡️ Privacy starts with knowing your tools.
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I'm no tech expert, but I can tell you without a shadow of a doubt that VPNs (virtual private networks) exist just to mask your location. That's it.
They don't... They can't really do anything to protect your online identity even if they wanted. Any VPN service claiming otherwise is lying to your face.
Personally, I only ever used VPNs to watch Korean dramas that weren't available in Europe. Still, I knew Korean broadcasters were aware of this, which is why they've removed any geo restrictions on their streaming services.
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Ready to let go of TikTok? Don’t rush it—learn how to deactivate or delete your account safely so your personal info stays protected and your digital footprint doesn’t linger online.
Read more 👉 https://lttr.ai/At2rO
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The takeaway is simple: Install Linux
#GDID #Windows #Microsoft #Surveillance #Microslop #CorporateGreed #Capitalism #BigTech #BigCorpo #Linux #OnlinePrivacy
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So, phishers are now using the cloud to fish for your credentials? 🎣 Apparently, the internet's favorite hobby is now a "cloud-based service" too. And Kaspersky's got a solution for every possible company size, right down to a one-person startup that just realized their toaster needs cybersecurity! 🍞🔒
https://securelist.com/cloud-platforms-in-phishing/120832/ #phishing #cloudsecurity #Kaspersky #cybersecurity #startups #onlineprivacy #HackerNews #ngated -
Startpage’s Anonymous View lets users explore websites anonymously—without leaving a trace. It uses a Startpage private browsing proxy with secure HTTPS on desktop & mobile, helping block cookies/trackers, fingerprinting, and price tracking. Privacy can be enhanced by combining with Tor: https://www.startpage.com/en/anonymous-view/ 🕶️🔒 #OnlinePrivacy #Anonymity
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《The complaint quotes a Microsoft representative describing the GDID as “a persistent, device-level identifier designed to uniquely identify an installation of a Windows operating system on a device, either a physical device (e.g., a mobile phone or laptop) or virtual machine, across certain Microsoft services and scenarios.”》
《Microsoft only told the public about it once a court forced the issue.》
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STOP giving your phone number!
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Decentralized browser-based P2P E2EE messaging.
The key detail that sets this apart from other messaging apps is the browser-based client-side cryptography philosophy.
No need to install anything. Your ID is crypto-random and so the app doesnt need to rely on any central registration system like phone numbers. Your ID is unguessable and to connect to someone, you have to explicitly share it.
WebRTC has other nuances like being to route through a shared network for secure/faster transfer.
I hope this project has reached a level i can share the following details. I've made a genuine effort towards documentation and transparancy. I dont think it'll ever be enough and so im still concerned it isnt ready to share. While im using AI throughout. This is not a vibecoded project. There is attention throughout for unit tests and formal-verification. With your feedback, id like to make improvements for clarity throughout.
This version of the app demonstrates a fairly unique approach using a browser-based, local-only and webrtc approach. I know it's impossible for any system to be the "world's most secure", but that isnt a reason to not try. By rigorously implementing an exhaustive list of security features and practices, the aim is to get as close as possible.
* [Enkrypted.Chat](https://enkrypted.chat/)
This is intended to demonstrate client-side managed secure cryptography.
* [Introducing Enkrypted Chat](https://positive-intentions.com/blog/introducing-enkrypted-chat)
* [Whitepaper (work-in-progress)](https://positive-intentions.com/docs/technical/whitepaper/complete-whitepaper)
* [Protocol Spec (work-in-progress)](https://positive-intentions.com/docs/technical/whitepaper/complete-protocol-spec)
* [Roadmap](https://positive-intentions.com/docs/technical/p2p-messaging-technical-breakdown/)I know ive tried to compress a lot of my journey into one post. The project above is going to be tricky to understand. Feel free to reach out for clarity on any of the details.
IMPORTANT: While this is aiming to provide a secure experience, It is [not audited or reviewed](https://www.reddit.com/r/CyberSecurityAdvice/comments/1su8lir/security_audit_feedback_from_radically_open/). **Shared for testing, feedback and demo purposes only.** Please use responsibly.
#Privacy #OnlinePrivacy #DataPrivacy #Infosec #CyberSecurity #OpSec #DigitalRights #AntiSurveillance #DataOwnership #E2EE #P2P #PeerToPeer #WebRTC #LocalFirst #LocalOnly #NoCloud #NoRegistration #PWA #SignalProtocol #PostQuantum #Cryptography #SecureMessaging #PrivateChat #EncryptedChat #Decentralized #OpenSource #SelfHosted #BetaTesting #FeedbackWelcome #TechDemo #ProofOfConcept #BuildInPublic #IndieDev #DevCommunity
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The EU's preliminary findings accuse TikTok of breaching DSA minor-safety rules through public-by-default accounts and For You algorithmic exposure.
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France plans to require age verification for social media, with access potentially blocked for users under 15 who don't have parental consent.
Supporters say it's about protecting children online. Critics warn that mandatory age verification could impact privacy, anonymity, and data collection.
Read more: https://digitalescapetools.com/2026/07/france-social-media-ban-age-verification-privacy.html
#Privacy #SocialMedia #AgeVerification #France #DigitalRights #OnlinePrivacy #TechNews #DigitalEscapeTools
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This compelling new feature just landed in Brave and Firefox
> Brave and Firefox have made containers first class citizens. What are they? How do they work? And how can they improve your online experience?
#WebBrowsers #EthicalTech #Onlineprivacy #News #Webdev #BryantReview
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I Rented a Car using a Private Digital Identity
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I'd like to share the latest version of my project.
It's a a decentralised P2P messaging app. The aim is of course privacy and security.
It demonstrates a fairly unique approach by using browser-based local-only storage with webrtc.
https://www.reddit.com/r/positive_intentions/comments/1tq1u62/introducing_enkrypted_chat
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#Privacy #OnlinePrivacy #DataPrivacy #Infosec #CyberSecurity #OpSec #DigitalRights #AntiSurveillance #DataOwnership #E2EE #P2P #PeerToPeer #WebRTC #LocalFirst #LocalOnly #NoCloud #NoRegistration #PWA #SignalProtocol #PostQuantum #Cryptography #SecureMessaging #PrivateChat #EncryptedChat #Decentralized #OpenSource #SelfHosted #BetaTesting #FeedbackWelcome #TechDemo #ProofOfConcept #BuildInPublic #IndieDev #DevCommunity
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You shouldn’t be forced to relinquish your Privacy by virtue of being Online.
At Neuronus, we don’t ask for names or personal data. Create an account using only a PGP key or seed and participate without being tracked.
Become a member of ""The Brain,"" and take back your Privacy.
#PrivacyIsARight #DigitalFreedom #OnlinePrivacy #NoTracking #DecentralizedIdentity #Neuronus #PrivacyFirst
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The Age-Gated Internet Is Sweeping the US. Activists Are Fighting Back
https://www.wired.com/story/age-verification-is-sweeping-the-us-activists-are-fighting-back/
#HackerNews #AgeGatedInternet #Activism #DigitalRights #OnlinePrivacy #InternetFreedom
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Our investigation into the suspicious pressure on Archive.today
https://adguard-dns.io/en/blog/archive-today-adguard-dns-block-demand.html
#HackerNews #suspiciouspressure #ArchiveToday #investigation #digitalrights #AdGuardDNS #onlineprivacy
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🎉 Oh joy! Another groundbreaking study where magical microbes save the day by fixing your liver – if only you could access the article without enabling every surveillance feature on your browser. 🔍🔒 Apparently, curing liver injuries is as easy as sacrificing your online privacy. 😂🔬
https://journals.asm.org/doi/10.1128/mbio.01718-25 #magicalmicrobes #liverhealth #onlineprivacy #groundbreakingstudy #HackerNews #ngated -
I am back!!!
And I brought Jacqueline Jayne with me. 🤘✨Make some noise for an awesome episode 🎉
After taking a brief pause, I’m back at full speed with my shows: Redefining #Society & #Technology on ITSPmagazine Podcasts — ready to bring you bold conversations that challenge assumptions and question the role of technology in our lives.
This is the first episode published for the 2025 season, but trust me, many more are already recorded and coming your way soon.
And we’re kicking things off with a big one.
🚨 Australia recently banned social media for kids under 16.
A bold move? Sure. A solution? Well, that’s where the debate begins.In this episode of Redefining Society & Technology, I sit down with my Australian friend Jacqueline Jayne to break it all down. JJ is a cybersecurity and human risk expert, and she’s got some strong thoughts about why prohibition never works.
Let’s face it—does banning something ever actually solve the problem?
We explore the unintended consequences:
⚠️ Will this really protect kids, or just push them to riskier online spaces?
⚠️ What about the communities that rely on #socialmedia for connection and support?
⚠️ Who’s actually responsible for educating kids (and adults) about online safety?Technology moves fast, but knee-jerk policies don’t always keep up. Instead of banning, maybe it’s time we start educating.
📺 Start with the teaser video https://youtu.be/6wKbgTeNux8
📺 Then move on the full length video https://youtu.be/5ZehKjNsavc
🎙️ Or listen to the audio if it is your preferred media https://redefining-society-podcast.simplecast.com/episodes/the-great-australian-social-media-ban-fixing-a-broken-system-or-just-breaking-it-more-guest-jacqueline-jayne-jj-a-redefining-society-and-technology-podcast-episode-hosted-by-marco-ciappelli
The importnat thing is that you listen now and join the conversation -- comment below!
Let’s rethink, redefine, and challenge the way we approach technology in society.
Subscribe to the podcast for many more stories about our relationship with technology and what it means in our digital-analog hybrid society.
✨ https://redefiningsocietyandtechnologypodcast.com/
Enjoy!
#Technology, #CyberSecurity, #DigitalSafety, #SocialMedia, #OnlinePrivacy, #InternetRegulation, #TechEthics, #DigitalLiteracy, #CyberAwareness, #FutureOfTech, #HumanRisk, #ParentalControls, #OnlineSafety, #HybridSociety, #TechPolicy, #BanningSocialMedia, #DigitalCitizenship, #DataProtection, #CyberEducation, #TechForGood
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Synonymity: Privacy Through Collective Identity
👀 Watch the FULL video: https://youtu.be/wR1cwkYwro0
It’s not always about you—it’s about the group. Synonymity lets you protect your identity while blending into a collective voice. Perfect for team efforts.
#Synonymity #PrivacyTips #CollectiveIdentity #OnlinePrivacy -
Tax preparers that shared private data with Meta, Google could be fined billions - Enlarge (credit: Pgiam | iStock / Getty Images Plus)
Yesterday... - https://arstechnica.com/?p=1953412 #internalrevenueservice #googleanalytics #onlineprivacy #dataprivacy #incometaxes #policy #google #meta #irs
