Consider a Burner Phone for Your Holiday Travel This Year
14 days ago
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- US border agents are increasing searches of travelers' personal devices, including copying or analyzing phone contents.
- Nearly 15,000 device searches occurred between April and June, with over 1,000 using advanced tools.
- A burner phone is recommended for privacy, allowing travelers to stay connected without exposing personal data.
- Burner phones are cheap, prepaid, and disposable, making them untraceable and appealing for privacy-conscious users.
- They can be used for various purposes, including avoiding spam, two-factor authentication, or roaming charges.
- Burner phones differ from prepaid smartphones as they require no personal information and are designed for short-term use.
- Available at major retailers, convenience stores, and gas stations, burner phones cost between $10 and $50.
- Burner SIMs offer an alternative to buying a new phone, providing prepaid service without a contract.
- Apps like Google Fi and Burner offer secondary numbers but may not provide complete anonymity.