CAPTCHAs and the punishment of privacy-conscious users

4 months ago

The author has been using adblockers and VPNs for privacy and security online for a long time.
CAPTCHAs are a common tool used by companies to protect their platforms, but they can be tedious and frustrating for users.
Privacy-conscious users often find themselves at odds with security measures like CAPTCHAs, which may not distinguish between malicious actors and legitimate users.
The author criticizes security tools that fail when adblockers are used, arguing that robust solutions should not rely solely on JavaScript.
The author expresses frustration with the inability of security tools to differentiate between users seeking a secure, ad-free experience and actual malicious activity.

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