diff --git a/Privacy Settings/MacOS-Sequoia.md b/Privacy Settings/MacOS-Sequoia.md new file mode 100644 index 0000000..5b6317f --- /dev/null +++ b/Privacy Settings/MacOS-Sequoia.md @@ -0,0 +1,92 @@ +# MacOS Sequoia Privacy Settings + +Go to System Settings + +**Multiple Options: Apple Icon on top left > System Settings. Or Spotlight Search for 'System Settings' by pressing command+space on your keyboard** + + + +## Apple Account + +#### Sign-In & Security +- Two-Factor Authentication: On + + +#### iCloud +- Advanced Data Protection: On +- Access iCloud Data on the Web: Off +
**IMPORTANT NOTE:** Advanced Data Protection means you'll be handling your own encryption keys. If you lose this information Apple will not be able to recover your data! +
Note: Keep tabs on what you're using iCloud for and make sure it's only enabled for applications you need. + +## Wi-Fi +#### Network Settings +- Ask to join hotsposts: Off +- Wifi Network 'Details' > Private Wi-Fi address + - Fixed or Rotating +
Note: Fixed will use a new, unique MAC address on that specific network. Rotating will cycle through new MAC addresses periodically. + +## Bluetooth +- Bluetooth: Off + +## Network +- Firewall > Firewall: On + - Options > + - Block all incoming connections: On **Note: EXTREME and may break many programs unless you manually exclude them** + - Enable stealth mode: On + +## General +#### Software Update +- Automatic Updates > + - Download new updates when available: On + - Insall macOS updates: On + - Install application updates from the App Store: On + - Install Security Responses and system files: On + +#### AirDrop & Handoff +- Allow Handoff between this Mac and your iCloud devices: Off +- AirDrop: No One or Contacts Only +- AirPlay Receiver: Off +- Allow AirPlay for: Current User +- Require password: On + +#### Login Items & Extensions +Note: Generally keep tabs on programs and extensions in this menu and keep it as minimal as possible. + +## Siri +- Siri: Off +- Siri history: Delete Siri & Dictation History + +## Notifications +#### Notification Center +- Show previews: When Unlocked or Never + +## Focus +- Focus status: Off + +## Privacy & Security +#### Location Services +- Location Services: Off + +#### General Permissions (Calendars, Contacts, Files & Folders, Full Disk Access, HomeKit, Media & Apple Music, Passkeys Access, Photos, Reminders, etc.) +Note: Generally keep tabs on all permissions and restrict as many as possible. The fewer permissions granted the better. + +#### Analytics & Improvements +- Share Mac Analytics: Off +- Improve Siri & Dictation: Off +- Improve Assistive Voice Features: Off +- Share with app developers: Off +- Share iCloud Analytics: Off + +#### Apple Advertising +- Personalized Ads: Off + +#### Security +- Allow applications from: App Store +Note: Malware can still be hosted on the App Store. And denying other sources may heavily restrict software you can run. This is only a feature to enable if you don't trust other sources of installing applications. +- Allow accessories to connect: Ask Every Time +- FileVault: On +- Lockdown Mode: On + +## Spotlight +- Siri Suggestions: Off +- Improve Search: Off