#onlineprivacy — Public Fediverse posts

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”?

#Cybersecurity #DataPrivacy #OnlinePrivacy

Un-AI Your Internet

https://un-ai.digitalprophet.online/

Comments: https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=49339349

#HackerNews #UnAI #YourInternet #DigitalProphet #OnlinePrivacy #TechTrends #AIethics

#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

🧅 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.

#Tor #Privacy #CyberSecurity #OnlinePrivacy #InfoSec

#cryptpad 💕 #alternative #office #office365 #word #excel #googledocs #GoogleSheets #googleworkspace #privacy #yourdata #cybersecurity #technology #onlineprivacy #anonymity
:firedoge: https://cryptpad.org/

#cryptpad 💕 #alternative #office #office365 #word #excel #googledocs #GoogleSheets #googleworkspace #privacy #yourdata #cybersecurity #technology #onlineprivacy #anonymity
:firedoge: https://cryptpad.org/

#privacy #yourdata #messaging #cybersecurity #technology #onlineprivacy #anonymity
:firedoge: https://privacytests.org/

#privacy #yourdata #messaging #cybersecurity #technology #onlineprivacy #anonymity
:firedoge: https://study-notes.org/

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.

#VPN #OnlinePrivacy #GDID #Windows #Microslop

https://www.modemguides.com/blogs/tech-news/what-is-microsofts-gdid-the-windows-identifier-that-tracked-a-hacker-through-every-vpn-he-used

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.

#TikTokTips #OnlinePrivacy

Read more 👉 https://lttr.ai/At2rO

#TikTok

The takeaway is simple: Install Linux

#GDID #Windows #Microsoft #Surveillance #Microslop #CorporateGreed #Capitalism #BigTech #BigCorpo #Linux #OnlinePrivacy

https://windowsforum.com/windows-news.4/gdid-on-windows-11-why-deleting-the-registry-value-doesnt-remove-it.436048/

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

《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.》

#Microsoft #Microslop #FBI #OnlinePrivacy #GDID #Windows

https://www.windowslatest.com/2026/07/10/you-cant-fully-disable-microsofts-gdid-windows-11-tracker-but-these-settings-limit-what-it-captures/

STOP giving your phone number!

https://apertatube.net/w/oi3Sa5NCM3yGnt5Ka83FFM

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

The EU's preliminary findings accuse TikTok of breaching DSA minor-safety rules through public-by-default accounts and For You algorithmic exposure.

#TikTok #DSA #EU #MinorSafety #OnlinePrivacy

https://securityonline.info/eu-tiktok-dsa-minor-safety/?utm_source=mastodon&utm_medium=jetpack_social

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

How to Block Some of the Bots

https://nochan.net/b/Internet-Crap/20260606-How-To-Block-Some-Of-The-Bots/

Comments: https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=49060945

#HackerNews #blockbots #internetsecurity #onlineprivacy #technews

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

https://gardinerbryant.com/this-compelling-new-feature-just-landed-in-brave-and-firefox/?utm_campaign=widget&utm_source=mastodon

I Rented a Car using a Private Digital Identity

https://apertatube.net/w/r9eZXioUmKKKgVSChiD9Pn

🦊 Cea mai populară extensie de confidențialitate din Firefox devine funcționalitate nativă!

Mozilla face un pas uriaș pentru protecția datelor utilizatorilor: capabilitățile oferite de celebra extensie Firefox Multi-Account Containers sunt integrate direct în codul nativ al browserului!

✨ Ce înseamnă această schimbare:

🔒 Izolare nativă a sesiunilor:
• Vei putea separa identitățile digitale (Muncă, Personal, Cumpărături, Banking) direct din browser, fără a fi nevoie să mai instalezi extensii terțe.

⚡ Performanță și stabilitate superioare:
• Fiind o funcționalitate nativă, consumul de memorie RAM și resurse CPU este semnificativ redus, iar viteza de încărcare a paginilor este îmbunătățită.

🛡️ Fără tracking de la un tab la altul:
• Cookie-urile și datele de navigare rămân complet izolate în containerul dedicat, împiedicând platformele sociale și rețelele de reclame să îți urmărească activitatea pe alte site-uri.

✨ Integrare mai fină cu interfața:
• Gestionare mai simplă a tab-urilor, reguli automate pentru deschiderea anumitor domenii în containere specifice și o experiență de utilizare mult mai fluidă out-of-the-box.

#Firefox #Mozilla #Privacy #CyberSecurity #WebBrowser #OpenSource #TechNews #Linux #OnlinePrivacy

WIN!

UK government decides not to "limit" VPNs

https://www.techradar.com/vpn/vpn-privacy-security/we-decided-not-to-limit-vpns-uk-government-u-turns-on-age-gating-privacy-tools

#cybersecurity #cybersec #vpn #vpns #privacy #onlineprivacy

🔍🎩 Oh, look! A blog post has uncovered the "new" secret of browser fingerprinting, something we've all known about since the dawn of time. But sure, let's panic like it's Y2K again! 😱✨ Apparently, deleting history is as effective as a chocolate teapot when it comes to this "terrifying" tech 🕵️‍♀️🚫🍪.
https://mysysinfo.com/blog/what-is-browser-fingerprinting #browserfingerprinting #techpanic #privacyissues #onlineprivacy #digitalsecurity #HackerNews #ngated

https://exitchatcontrol.org

This site is a comprehensive guide that aims to list all the tools necessary to bypass any surveillance system for your private messaging.

The site is open source and will be continuously improved.

#ChatControl #Privacy #DigitalRights #Encryption #OnlinePrivacy #CyberSecurity #OpenSource #FreedomTech #SecureMessaging #ExitChatControl

Someone else wrote a positive review of #uruky privacy search engine!

https://blog.sulimans.space/my-review-of-uruky/

#search #digitalprivacy #onlineprivacy #privacytools #alternativeto