Privacy and control. My tech setup
4 months ago
- #security
- #digital control
- #privacy
- The argument 'I have nothing to hide' is flawed; privacy should be framed as 'control' over personal data.
- Digital tools like email and social media cede control to organizations that may not prioritize user interests.
- Using a password manager (e.g., GNU pass, Bitwarden) enhances security by avoiding third-party storage of passwords.
- Signal is recommended for messaging over WhatsApp, with Venmo disabled for privacy.
- GrapheneOS on Android improves privacy by sandboxing apps and restricting permissions, including network access.
- Open-source alternatives from F-Droid and avoiding Google Play can extend battery life and device longevity.
- A personal domain for email (e.g., Tuta) allows provider flexibility and enhances privacy.
- Firefox with Privacy Badger and uOrigin blocks tracking, though it may affect site revenue models.
- Self-hosted calendar and contacts on a Raspberry Pi with DAVx5 for phone sync ensure data control.
- Cloudflare DNS is trusted for its alignment with user privacy, among other secure options.