From b7d40d66e6475b6a69eb8071255ec9d9e1982dda Mon Sep 17 00:00:00 2001 From: the-weird-aquarian Date: Wed, 26 Jan 2022 05:40:42 +0530 Subject: [PATCH] changes noted in changelog --- CHANGELOG.md | 16 ++++++++++++ Privacy Settings/Amazon.md | 11 +++++++- Privacy Settings/Android-12.md | 4 +-- Privacy Settings/Brave-Mobile.md | 2 +- Privacy Settings/Brave.md | 2 +- Privacy Settings/Bromite.md | 2 +- Privacy Settings/Facebook.md | 8 ++++++ Privacy Settings/Firefox-Mobile.md | 4 +-- Privacy Settings/Firefox.md | 4 +-- Privacy Settings/Google-Account.md | 15 +++++++++-- Privacy Settings/Google-Chrome-Mobile.md | 2 +- Privacy Settings/Google-Chrome.md | 4 +-- Privacy Settings/Instagram.md | 8 ++++++ Privacy Settings/LinkedIn.md | 11 +++++--- Privacy Settings/Microsoft-Edge-Mobile.md | 2 +- Privacy Settings/Microsoft-Edge.md | 2 +- Privacy Settings/Reddit.md | 9 +++++++ Privacy Settings/Signal.md | 9 ++++++- Privacy Settings/Twitter.md | 10 +++++++ Privacy Settings/Vivaldi-Mobile.md | 4 +-- Privacy Settings/Vivaldi.md | 2 +- Privacy Settings/Windows-10.md | 4 +-- Privacy Settings/Windows-11.md | 2 +- README.md | 32 +++++++++++------------ 24 files changed, 126 insertions(+), 43 deletions(-) diff --git a/CHANGELOG.md b/CHANGELOG.md index 8c4e60b..e6a9dd4 100644 --- a/CHANGELOG.md +++ b/CHANGELOG.md @@ -4,6 +4,22 @@ Any changes in the settings will be accounted here. +## Jan 25, 2022 + +### Privacy Settings +Added 2FA for: +- [Amazon](https://github.com/the-weird-aquarian/privacy-settings/blob/main/Privacy%20Settings/Amazon.md#login--security) +- [Facebook](https://github.com/the-weird-aquarian/privacy-settings/blob/main/Privacy%20Settings/Facebook.md#security-and-login) +- [Google Account](https://github.com/the-weird-aquarian/privacy-settings/blob/main/Privacy%20Settings/Google-Account.md#security) +- [Instagram](https://github.com/the-weird-aquarian/privacy-settings/blob/main/Privacy%20Settings/Instagram.md#security) +- [LinkedIn](https://github.com/the-weird-aquarian/privacy-settings/blob/main/Privacy%20Settings/LinkedIn.md#sign-in--security) +- [Reddit](https://github.com/the-weird-aquarian/privacy-settings/blob/main/Privacy%20Settings/Reddit.md#safety--privacy) +- [Twitter](https://github.com/the-weird-aquarian/privacy-settings/blob/main/Privacy%20Settings/Twitter.md#security-and-account-access) + +Added [Verify safety number](https://github.com/the-weird-aquarian/privacy-settings/blob/main/Privacy%20Settings/Signal.md#verify-safety-number) in [Signal](https://github.com/the-weird-aquarian/privacy-settings/blob/main/Privacy%20Settings/Signal.md) + + + ## Jan 24, 2022 ### Privacy Settings diff --git a/Privacy Settings/Amazon.md b/Privacy Settings/Amazon.md index e3d3af2..682fa5b 100644 --- a/Privacy Settings/Amazon.md +++ b/Privacy Settings/Amazon.md @@ -6,6 +6,15 @@ From top right go to Account & Lists > Your Account +## Login & security + +#### Two-Step Verification (2SV) Settings +- Edit > Get Started > select Authenticator App > Scan the barcode using an authenticator app > Enter 6 digit code > Verify OTP and continue > uncheck Don't require OTP on this browser > Turn on + +NOTE : Use a privacy respecting authenticator app. Check out [recommendations, alternatives & reviews](https://github.com/the-weird-aquarian/privacy-settings#recommendations-alternatives--reviews). + + + ## Ordering and shopping preferences #### Lists @@ -28,7 +37,7 @@ Click on Edit your public profile ## Email alerts, messages, and ads #### Advertising preferences -- Do not show me interest-based ads provided by Amazon +- select Do not show me interest-based ads provided by Amazon diff --git a/Privacy Settings/Android-12.md b/Privacy Settings/Android-12.md index 3bd2b95..e2a4988 100644 --- a/Privacy Settings/Android-12.md +++ b/Privacy Settings/Android-12.md @@ -140,7 +140,7 @@ Search in your phone settings for "User Experience Program", "Personalized ad re ## Wi-Fi MAC Randomization - About phone > tap Build Number 7 times. This will unlock Developer options. -Go to System > Advanced > Developer options > Wi-fi non persistant MAC randomization: On +Go to System > Advanced > Developer options > Wi-fi non persistent MAC randomization: On @@ -149,4 +149,4 @@ Go to System > Advanced > Developer options > Wi-fi non persistant MAC randomiza -NOTE: Some other settings are same as [Google Account settings](https://github.com/the-weird-aquarian/privacy-settings/blob/main/Privacy%20Settings/Google-Account-Privacy-Settings.md) +NOTE: Some other settings are same as [Google Account settings](https://github.com/the-weird-aquarian/privacy-settings/blob/main/Privacy%20Settings/Google-Account.md) diff --git a/Privacy Settings/Brave-Mobile.md b/Privacy Settings/Brave-Mobile.md index fcbb1de..8cc1170 100644 --- a/Privacy Settings/Brave-Mobile.md +++ b/Privacy Settings/Brave-Mobile.md @@ -33,7 +33,7 @@ Go to Settings - Save passwords: Off - Auto Sign-in: Off -NOTE: Never save passwords in browsers. Use a password manager instead. Check out [Additional Resources](https://github.com/the-weird-aquarian/privacy-settings#additional-resources) for more info. +NOTE: Never save passwords in browsers. Use a password manager instead. Check out [recommendations, alternatives & reviews](https://github.com/the-weird-aquarian/privacy-settings#recommendations-alternatives--reviews). diff --git a/Privacy Settings/Brave.md b/Privacy Settings/Brave.md index 463de2c..6006ebd 100644 --- a/Privacy Settings/Brave.md +++ b/Privacy Settings/Brave.md @@ -54,7 +54,7 @@ privacy respecting search engine from Manage search engines. - Offer to save passwords: Off - Auto Sign-in: Off -NOTE: Never save passwords in browsers. Use a password manager instead. Check out [Additional Resources](https://github.com/the-weird-aquarian/privacy-settings#additional-resources) for more info. +NOTE: Never save passwords in browsers. Use a password manager instead. Check out [recommendations, alternatives & reviews](https://github.com/the-weird-aquarian/privacy-settings#recommendations-alternatives--reviews). #### Payment methods - Save and fill payment methods: Off diff --git a/Privacy Settings/Bromite.md b/Privacy Settings/Bromite.md index a197829..d15f275 100644 --- a/Privacy Settings/Bromite.md +++ b/Privacy Settings/Bromite.md @@ -13,7 +13,7 @@ Go to Settings. - Save passwords: Off - Auto Sign-in: Off -NOTE: Never save passwords in browsers. Use a password manager instead. Check out [Additional Resources](https://github.com/the-weird-aquarian/privacy-settings#additional-resources) for more info. +NOTE: Never save passwords in browsers. Use a password manager instead. Check out [recommendations, alternatives & reviews](https://github.com/the-weird-aquarian/privacy-settings#recommendations-alternatives--reviews). diff --git a/Privacy Settings/Facebook.md b/Privacy Settings/Facebook.md index faf050b..061922e 100644 --- a/Privacy Settings/Facebook.md +++ b/Privacy Settings/Facebook.md @@ -19,6 +19,14 @@ Click dropdown arrow on top right and go to Settings & Privacy > Settings #### Setting up extra security - Get alerts about unrecognized logins: select Get Notifications and Get Emails +#### Two-Factor Authentication +- Use two-factor authentication > Edit > Use Authentication App > Scan the QR code using an authenticator app > Continue > Enter 6 digit code > Continue > Done +- After the above step is complete, setup recovery codes and save them. + +NOTE 1: Don't use Google Authenticator or Duo as mentioned there. Instead use a privacy respecting authenticator app. Check out [recommendations, alternatives & reviews](https://github.com/the-weird-aquarian/privacy-settings#recommendations-alternatives--reviews). + +NOTE 2: The backup codes downloaded is required to login, if 2FA method is lost, broken or unavailable. Keep these codes somewhere safe, to prevent loss or unauthorised access. They can be stored in a password manager, in an encrypted note, or write them down somewhere safe. + ## Your Facebook information diff --git a/Privacy Settings/Firefox-Mobile.md b/Privacy Settings/Firefox-Mobile.md index 694ce19..2e5c79b 100644 --- a/Privacy Settings/Firefox-Mobile.md +++ b/Privacy Settings/Firefox-Mobile.md @@ -20,7 +20,7 @@ Go to Settings. - Autofill in Firefox/Fennec: Off - Autofill in other apps: Off -NOTE: Never save passwords in browsers. Use a password manager instead. Check out [Additional Resources](https://github.com/the-weird-aquarian/privacy-settings#additional-resources) for more info. +NOTE: Never save passwords in browsers. Use a password manager instead. Check out [recommendations, alternatives & reviews](https://github.com/the-weird-aquarian/privacy-settings#recommendations-alternatives--reviews). @@ -64,7 +64,7 @@ Check [recommended extensions](https://github.com/the-weird-aquarian/privacy-set Firefox Beta and Fennec users can further harden firefox by changing about:config settings -- For further hardening of Firefox, [arkenfox user.js](https://github.com/arkenfox/user.js) +- For further hardening of Firefox, check out [arkenfox user.js](https://github.com/arkenfox/user.js). NOTE 1: To use user.js, place it in - Firefox Beta: /data/data/org.mozilla.firefox_beta/files/mozilla/SomeAlphanumericText.default/ diff --git a/Privacy Settings/Firefox.md b/Privacy Settings/Firefox.md index 162f1b9..c75092e 100644 --- a/Privacy Settings/Firefox.md +++ b/Privacy Settings/Firefox.md @@ -47,7 +47,7 @@ Click Settings #### Logins and Passwords - Ask to save logins and passwords for websites: Off -NOTE: Never save passwords in browsers. Use a password manager instead. Check out [Additional Resources](https://github.com/the-weird-aquarian/privacy-settings#additional-resources) for more info. +NOTE: Never save passwords in browsers. Use a password manager instead. Check out [recommendations, alternatives & reviews](https://github.com/the-weird-aquarian/privacy-settings#recommendations-alternatives--reviews). #### Permissions - Warn you when websites try to install add-ons: On @@ -65,4 +65,4 @@ NOTE: Never save passwords in browsers. Use a password manager instead. Check ou --- ## Further Hardening -- For further hardening of Firefox, [arkenfox user.js](https://github.com/arkenfox/user.js) +- For further hardening of Firefox, check out [arkenfox user.js](https://github.com/arkenfox/user.js). \ No newline at end of file diff --git a/Privacy Settings/Google-Account.md b/Privacy Settings/Google-Account.md index 18fea48..7af69eb 100644 --- a/Privacy Settings/Google-Account.md +++ b/Privacy Settings/Google-Account.md @@ -59,6 +59,17 @@ Remove anything you don't use ## Security +#### Signing in to Google +To setup 2FA, first a phone needs to be added. +- 2-Step Verification > Get Started > Continue > Use Another Backup Option > Download the backup codes > Next > Turn On + +Once the above step is completed, +- Authenticator app: Set Up > Next > Scan the barcode using an authenticator app > Enter 6 digit code > Verify + +NOTE 1: Don't use Google Authenticator as mentioned there. Instead use a privacy respecting authenticator app. Check out [recommendations, alternatives & reviews](https://github.com/the-weird-aquarian/privacy-settings#recommendations-alternatives--reviews). + +NOTE 2: The backup codes downloaded in the first step is required to login, if 2FA method is lost, broken or unavailable. Keep these codes somewhere safe, to prevent loss or unauthorised access. They can be stored in a password manager, in an encrypted note, or write them down somewhere safe. + #### Your devices - Manage devices > Remove any device you don't use anymore @@ -82,6 +93,6 @@ Remove anything you don't use -- Go to [Google Dashboard](https://myaccount.google.com/dashboard) and check all services you use. Remove anything you don't. -- Go to [Google Takeout](https://takeout.google.com/?continue=https://myaccount.google.com/dashboard&hl=en) and download your data that Google has collected about you. Uncheck Drive & Gmail or else it will result in a huge file size. +- Go to [Google Dashboard](https://myaccount.google.com/dashboard) and check all services you use. +- Go to [Google Takeout](https://takeout.google.com/?continue=https://myaccount.google.com/dashboard) and download your data that Google has collected about you. Uncheck Drive & Gmail or else it will result in a huge file size. - Go to [Google Activity](https://myactivity.google.com/more-activity?continue=https%3A%2F%2Fmyactivity.google.com%2Fmyactivity) and delete/manage every activity you can. diff --git a/Privacy Settings/Google-Chrome-Mobile.md b/Privacy Settings/Google-Chrome-Mobile.md index 419983e..fc6c94f 100644 --- a/Privacy Settings/Google-Chrome-Mobile.md +++ b/Privacy Settings/Google-Chrome-Mobile.md @@ -26,7 +26,7 @@ Go to Settings. - Save passwords: Off - Auto Sign-in: Off -NOTE: Never save passwords in browsers. Use a password manager instead. Check out [Additional Resources](https://github.com/the-weird-aquarian/privacy-settings#additional-resources) for more info. +NOTE: Never save passwords in browsers. Use a password manager instead. Check out [recommendations, alternatives & reviews](https://github.com/the-weird-aquarian/privacy-settings#recommendations-alternatives--reviews). diff --git a/Privacy Settings/Google-Chrome.md b/Privacy Settings/Google-Chrome.md index bdcb555..f5c2358 100644 --- a/Privacy Settings/Google-Chrome.md +++ b/Privacy Settings/Google-Chrome.md @@ -23,7 +23,7 @@ Go to Settings. - Offer to save passwords: Off - Auto Sign-in: Off -NOTE: Never save passwords in browsers. Use a password manager instead. Check out [Additional Resources](https://github.com/the-weird-aquarian/privacy-settings#additional-resources) for more info. +NOTE: Never save passwords in browsers. Use a password manager instead. Check out [recommendations, alternatives & reviews](https://github.com/the-weird-aquarian/privacy-settings#recommendations-alternatives--reviews). #### Payment Methods - Save and fill payment methods: Off @@ -70,4 +70,4 @@ NOTE: Never save payment info in browsers. A password manager can be used to als - Spell check: Off #### Downloads -- Ask where to save each file before downloading: On +- Ask where to save each file before downloading: On \ No newline at end of file diff --git a/Privacy Settings/Instagram.md b/Privacy Settings/Instagram.md index 2f22413..2988dcb 100644 --- a/Privacy Settings/Instagram.md +++ b/Privacy Settings/Instagram.md @@ -6,6 +6,14 @@ Go to Settings ## Security +#### Two-Factor Authentication +- Get Started > Authentication app > Install Now (Don't actually install and just go back. See NOTE 1 below.) > Next > Open > Enter 6 digit code > Next > Save the backup codes > Done + +NOTE 1: Don't use Google Authenticator or Duo as mentioned there. Instead use a privacy respecting authenticator app. Check out [recommendations, alternatives & reviews](https://github.com/the-weird-aquarian/privacy-settings#recommendations-alternatives--reviews). + +NOTE 2: The backup codes saved is required to login, if 2FA method is lost, broken or unavailable. Keep these codes somewhere safe, to prevent loss or unauthorised access. They can be stored in a password manager, in an encrypted note, or write them down somewhere safe. + + #### Apps and Websites - Active: Remove anything you don't use - Expired: Remove anything you don't use diff --git a/Privacy Settings/LinkedIn.md b/Privacy Settings/LinkedIn.md index 73ad4da..c111b5f 100644 --- a/Privacy Settings/LinkedIn.md +++ b/Privacy Settings/LinkedIn.md @@ -17,7 +17,7 @@ Go to Settings & Privacy. ## Sign-in & security #### Where you're signed in -Check where you've signed in from and sign out of any unnecessecary/unused sessions. +Check where you've signed in from and sign out of any unnecessary/unused sessions. #### Devices that remember your password Remove any device you don't use. @@ -25,7 +25,12 @@ Remove any device you don't use. #### Two-step verification - Turn on - Select Authenticator App. Never choose Phone Number (SMS) -- Don't use Microsoft Authenticator as instructed there. Instead use a privacy respecting authenticator app. Check out [recommendations, alternatives & reviews](https://github.com/the-weird-aquarian/privacy-settings#recommendations-alternatives--reviews). +- Scan the QR code with the authenticator app and enter the 6 digit code > Continue +- Generate your recovery codes and save them + +NOTE 1: Don't use Microsoft Authenticator as mentioned there. Instead use a privacy respecting authenticator app. Check out [recommendations, alternatives & reviews](https://github.com/the-weird-aquarian/privacy-settings#recommendations-alternatives--reviews). + +NOTE 2: The recovery codes downloaded is required to login, if 2FA method is lost, broken or unavailable. Keep these codes somewhere safe, to prevent loss or unauthorised access. They can be stored in a password manager, in an encrypted note, or write them down somewhere safe. @@ -84,4 +89,4 @@ Remove anything not required anymore - Can we show you personalized ads outside of LinkedIn?: No - Ad-related actions > - - Can we use your information (that does not identify you) about actions you took on ads to let advertisers know aggregate information about how their ad performed?: No + - Can we use your information (that does not identify you) about actions you took on ads to let advertisers know aggregate information about how their ad performed?: No \ No newline at end of file diff --git a/Privacy Settings/Microsoft-Edge-Mobile.md b/Privacy Settings/Microsoft-Edge-Mobile.md index 0bd9fe4..04b5319 100644 --- a/Privacy Settings/Microsoft-Edge-Mobile.md +++ b/Privacy Settings/Microsoft-Edge-Mobile.md @@ -11,7 +11,7 @@ Go to Settings - Auto Sign-in: Off - Autofill for other apps: Off - NOTE: Never save passwords in browsers. Use a password manager instead. Check out [Additional Resources](https://github.com/the-weird-aquarian/privacy-settings#additional-resources) for more info. + NOTE: Never save passwords in browsers. Use a password manager instead. Check out [recommendations, alternatives & reviews](https://github.com/the-weird-aquarian/privacy-settings#recommendations-alternatives--reviews). #### Addresses and more - Save and fill addresses: Off diff --git a/Privacy Settings/Microsoft-Edge.md b/Privacy Settings/Microsoft-Edge.md index 7e4e439..0b25a9d 100644 --- a/Privacy Settings/Microsoft-Edge.md +++ b/Privacy Settings/Microsoft-Edge.md @@ -13,7 +13,7 @@ Go to Settings #### Passwords - Offer to save passwords: Off -NOTE: Never save passwords in browsers. Use a password manager instead. Check out [Additional Resources](https://github.com/the-weird-aquarian/privacy-settings#additional-resources) for more info. +NOTE: Never save passwords in browsers. Use a password manager instead. Check out [recommendations, alternatives & reviews](https://github.com/the-weird-aquarian/privacy-settings#recommendations-alternatives--reviews). #### Payment info - Save and fill payment info: Off diff --git a/Privacy Settings/Reddit.md b/Privacy Settings/Reddit.md index 5a8135e..94a3a0c 100644 --- a/Privacy Settings/Reddit.md +++ b/Privacy Settings/Reddit.md @@ -10,6 +10,8 @@ Remove all optional info like About etc and don't use your own picture as Avatar ## Safety & Privacy + +#### Privacy - Show up in search results: Off - Personalize all of Reddit based on the outbound links you click on: Off - Personalize ads based on information from our partners: Off @@ -17,6 +19,13 @@ Remove all optional info like About etc and don't use your own picture as Avatar - Personalize recommendations based on your general location: Off - Personalize recommendations based on your activity with our partners: Off +#### Advanced Security +- Use two-factor authentication > Scan the barcode using an authenticator app > Enter 6 digit code > Complete Setup > Click backup codes and save them > OK + +NOTE 1: Don't use Google Authenticator or Authy as mentioned there. Instead use a privacy respecting authenticator app. Check out [recommendations, alternatives & reviews](https://github.com/the-weird-aquarian/privacy-settings#recommendations-alternatives--reviews). + +NOTE 2: The backup codes is required to login, if 2FA method is lost, broken or unavailable. Keep these codes somewhere safe, to prevent loss or unauthorised access. They can be stored in a password manager, in an encrypted note, or write them down somewhere safe. + ## Chat & Messaging diff --git a/Privacy Settings/Signal.md b/Privacy Settings/Signal.md index 995a0ab..db25953 100644 --- a/Privacy Settings/Signal.md +++ b/Privacy Settings/Signal.md @@ -5,7 +5,7 @@ Go to Settings. ## Account -- Create your PIN > Create a secure PIN (1234 or 0987 is not a secure pin. Create with atleast 6-8 numbers.) +- Create your PIN > Create a secure PIN (1234 or 0987 is not a secure pin. Create with at least 6-8 numbers.) - After PIN is created, Registration Lock: On @@ -40,3 +40,10 @@ Remove any device you don't use. #### Advanced - Always relay calls: On (Might reduce call quality) + +## Verify safety number +Go to a particular chat > Click 3 dots > Conversation settings > View safety number + +Compare the numbers or scan the code. If you and the other person has the same numbers, the session is secure. + +Tap Mark as verified. \ No newline at end of file diff --git a/Privacy Settings/Twitter.md b/Privacy Settings/Twitter.md index 4d9faf2..1e45ae5 100644 --- a/Privacy Settings/Twitter.md +++ b/Privacy Settings/Twitter.md @@ -13,6 +13,16 @@ Go to Settings and privacy ## Security and account access +#### Security +- Two-factor authentication > + - Authenticator app > Start > Scan the barcode using an authenticator app > Enter 6 digit code > Verify > Save the backup code. + +NOTE 1: Use a privacy respecting authenticator app. Check out [recommendations, alternatives & reviews](https://github.com/the-weird-aquarian/privacy-settings#recommendations-alternatives--reviews). + +NOTE 2: The backup code is required to login, if 2FA method is lost, broken or unavailable. Keep this code somewhere safe, to prevent loss or unauthorised access. It can be stored in a password manager, in an encrypted note, or write it down somewhere safe. + +- Password reset protect: On + #### Apps and sessions - Connected Apps > Remove anything you don't use diff --git a/Privacy Settings/Vivaldi-Mobile.md b/Privacy Settings/Vivaldi-Mobile.md index 3e7d36c..9af6a7d 100644 --- a/Privacy Settings/Vivaldi-Mobile.md +++ b/Privacy Settings/Vivaldi-Mobile.md @@ -23,7 +23,7 @@ Go to Settings. - Save passwords: Off - Auto Sign-in: Off -NOTE: Never save passwords in browsers. Use a password manager instead. Check out [Additional Resources](https://github.com/the-weird-aquarian/privacy-settings#additional-resources) for more info. +NOTE: Never save passwords in browsers. Use a password manager instead. Check out [recommendations, alternatives & reviews](https://github.com/the-weird-aquarian/privacy-settings#recommendations-alternatives--reviews). @@ -56,7 +56,7 @@ NOTE: Never save payment info in browsers. A password manager can be used to als ## Privacy and security - Access payment methods: Off -- Always use secure conections: On +- Always use secure connections: On - Preload pages for faster browsing and searching: Off - "Do Not Track": On - Use secure DNS > Choose another provider > Quad9, NextDNS, Cloudflare or select Custom and provide URL for other secure DNS from [this list](https://privacyguides.org/providers/dns/) diff --git a/Privacy Settings/Vivaldi.md b/Privacy Settings/Vivaldi.md index de56b50..6aa1779 100644 --- a/Privacy Settings/Vivaldi.md +++ b/Privacy Settings/Vivaldi.md @@ -66,7 +66,7 @@ Go to Settings. #### Passwords - Save Webpage Passwords: Off -NOTE: Never save passwords in browsers. Use a password manager instead. Check out [Additional Resources](https://github.com/the-weird-aquarian/privacy-settings#additional-resources) for more info. +NOTE: Never save passwords in browsers. Use a password manager instead. Check out [recommendations, alternatives & reviews](https://github.com/the-weird-aquarian/privacy-settings#recommendations-alternatives--reviews). #### Cookies - Third-Party Cookies: Block All diff --git a/Privacy Settings/Windows-10.md b/Privacy Settings/Windows-10.md index 781c6d7..4cc9a1c 100644 --- a/Privacy Settings/Windows-10.md +++ b/Privacy Settings/Windows-10.md @@ -101,7 +101,7 @@ NOTE: AppData is a hidden folder by default. #### Speech - Online speech recognition: Off -#### Inking & typing presonalization +#### Inking & typing personalization - Getting to know you: Off #### Diagnostics & feedback @@ -113,7 +113,7 @@ NOTE: AppData is a hidden folder by default. #### Activity history - Send my activity history to Microsoft: Off -#### App permisions +#### App permissions - Review each permission and disable accordingly (choose which apps can have access to camera, microphone, gps, notifications etc. If any app doesn't need something, turn it off.) - App diagnostics > Change > Toggle off diff --git a/Privacy Settings/Windows-11.md b/Privacy Settings/Windows-11.md index 250b354..b91fcc9 100644 --- a/Privacy Settings/Windows-11.md +++ b/Privacy Settings/Windows-11.md @@ -103,7 +103,7 @@ NOTE: AppData is a hidden folder by default. #### Activity history - Send my activity history to Microsoft: Off -#### App permisions +#### App permissions - Review each permission and disable accordingly (choose which apps can have access to location, camera, microphone, notifications etc. If any app doesn't need something, turn it off.) - App diagnostics > Toggle off both diff --git a/README.md b/README.md index 1ffdd2a..c5ecaa5 100644 --- a/README.md +++ b/README.md @@ -18,33 +18,33 @@ Privacy settings for: **Name** | **Version (If Applicable)** | **Last Updated** --- | --- | --- -[Amazon](https://github.com/the-weird-aquarian/privacy-settings/blob/main/Privacy%20Settings/Amazon.md) | - | Sep 14, 2021 +[Amazon](https://github.com/the-weird-aquarian/privacy-settings/blob/main/Privacy%20Settings/Amazon.md) | - | Jan 25, 2022 [Android 10](https://github.com/the-weird-aquarian/privacy-settings/blob/main/Privacy%20Settings/Android-10.md) | 10 (Q) | Jan 10, 2022 [Android 11](https://github.com/the-weird-aquarian/privacy-settings/blob/main/Privacy%20Settings/Android-11.md) | 11 (R) | Jan 10, 2022 [Android 12](https://github.com/the-weird-aquarian/privacy-settings/blob/main/Privacy%20Settings/Android-12.md) | 12 (S) | Jan 10, 2022 [Apple ID](https://github.com/the-weird-aquarian/privacy-settings/blob/main/Privacy%20Settings/Apple-ID.md) | - | Jan 24, 2022 -[Brave Desktop](https://github.com/the-weird-aquarian/privacy-settings/blob/main/Privacy%20Settings/Brave.md) | 1.34.80 | Dec 31, 2021 -[Brave Mobile](https://github.com/the-weird-aquarian/privacy-settings/blob/main/Privacy%20Settings/Brave-Mobile.md) | 1.34.80 | Dec 11 , 2021 +[Brave Desktop](https://github.com/the-weird-aquarian/privacy-settings/blob/main/Privacy%20Settings/Brave.md) | 1.34.81 | Dec 31, 2021 +[Brave Mobile](https://github.com/the-weird-aquarian/privacy-settings/blob/main/Privacy%20Settings/Brave-Mobile.md) | 1.34.81 | Dec 11 , 2021 [Bromite](https://github.com/the-weird-aquarian/privacy-settings/blob/main/Privacy%20Settings/Bromite.md) | 96.0.4664.54 | Dec 09, 2021 [Discord](https://github.com/the-weird-aquarian/privacy-settings/blob/main/Privacy%20Settings/Discord.md) | - | Aug 18, 2021 [DuckDuckGo Search](https://github.com/the-weird-aquarian/privacy-settings/blob/main/Privacy%20Settings/DuckDuckGo-Search.md) | - | Dec 16, 2021 -[Facebook](https://github.com/the-weird-aquarian/privacy-settings/blob/main/Privacy%20Settings/Facebook.md) | - | Dec 16, 2021 +[Facebook](https://github.com/the-weird-aquarian/privacy-settings/blob/main/Privacy%20Settings/Facebook.md) | - | Jan 25, 2022 [Firefox Desktop](https://github.com/the-weird-aquarian/privacy-settings/blob/main/Privacy%20Settings/Firefox.md) | 96.0.2 | Dec 11, 2021 [Firefox Mobile/Fennec](https://github.com/the-weird-aquarian/privacy-settings/blob/main/Privacy%20Settings/Firefox-Mobile.md) | 96.2.0 | Dec 11, 2021 [Firefox Focus](https://github.com/the-weird-aquarian/privacy-settings/blob/main/Privacy%20Settings/Firefox-Focus.md) | 96.2.0 | Jan 07, 2022 [Gboard](https://github.com/the-weird-aquarian/privacy-settings/blob/main/Privacy%20Settings/Gboard.md) (Google Keyboard) | 11.3.02.410497392 | Dec 09, 2021 -[Google Account](https://github.com/the-weird-aquarian/privacy-settings/blob/main/Privacy%20Settings/Google-Account.md) | - | Aug 04, 2021 -[Google Chrome/Ungoogled Chromium Desktop](https://github.com/the-weird-aquarian/privacy-settings/blob/main/Privacy%20Settings/Google-Chrome.md) | 97.0.4692.71 | Dec 11, 2021 -[Google Chrome/Ungoogled Chromium Mobile](https://github.com/the-weird-aquarian/privacy-settings/blob/main/Privacy%20Settings/Google-Chrome-Mobile.md) | 97.0.4692.87 | Dec 11, 2021 -[Instagram](https://github.com/the-weird-aquarian/privacy-settings/blob/main/Privacy%20Settings/Instagram.md) | - | Jul 08, 2021 -[LinkedIn](https://github.com/the-weird-aquarian/privacy-settings/blob/main/Privacy%20Settings/LinkedIn.md) | - | Jan 24, 2022 -[Microsoft Edge Desktop](https://github.com/the-weird-aquarian/privacy-settings/blob/main/Privacy%20Settings/Microsoft-Edge.md) | 97.0.1072.62 | Dec 31, 2021 -[Microsoft Edge Mobile](https://github.com/the-weird-aquarian/privacy-settings/blob/main/Privacy%20Settings/Microsoft-Edge-Mobile.md) | 97.0.1072.62 | Nov 24, 2021 -[Reddit](https://github.com/the-weird-aquarian/privacy-settings/blob/main/Privacy%20Settings/Reddit.md) | - | Dec 14, 2021 -[Signal](https://github.com/the-weird-aquarian/privacy-settings/blob/main/Privacy%20Settings/Signal.md) | - | Jul 28, 2021 +[Google Account](https://github.com/the-weird-aquarian/privacy-settings/blob/main/Privacy%20Settings/Google-Account.md) | - | Jan 25, 2022 +[Google Chrome/Ungoogled Chromium Desktop](https://github.com/the-weird-aquarian/privacy-settings/blob/main/Privacy%20Settings/Google-Chrome.md) | 97.0.4692.99 | Dec 11, 2021 +[Google Chrome/Ungoogled Chromium Mobile](https://github.com/the-weird-aquarian/privacy-settings/blob/main/Privacy%20Settings/Google-Chrome-Mobile.md) | 97.0.4692.98 | Dec 11, 2021 +[Instagram](https://github.com/the-weird-aquarian/privacy-settings/blob/main/Privacy%20Settings/Instagram.md) | - | Jan 25, 2022 +[LinkedIn](https://github.com/the-weird-aquarian/privacy-settings/blob/main/Privacy%20Settings/LinkedIn.md) | - | Jan 25, 2022 +[Microsoft Edge Desktop](https://github.com/the-weird-aquarian/privacy-settings/blob/main/Privacy%20Settings/Microsoft-Edge.md) | 97.0.1072.69 | Dec 31, 2021 +[Microsoft Edge Mobile](https://github.com/the-weird-aquarian/privacy-settings/blob/main/Privacy%20Settings/Microsoft-Edge-Mobile.md) | 97.0.1072.69 | Nov 24, 2021 +[Reddit](https://github.com/the-weird-aquarian/privacy-settings/blob/main/Privacy%20Settings/Reddit.md) | - | Jan 25, 2022 +[Signal](https://github.com/the-weird-aquarian/privacy-settings/blob/main/Privacy%20Settings/Signal.md) | - | Jan 25, 2022 [Spotify](https://github.com/the-weird-aquarian/privacy-settings/blob/main/Privacy%20Settings/Spotify.md) | - | Dec 16, 2021 -[Twitter](https://github.com/the-weird-aquarian/privacy-settings/blob/main/Privacy%20Settings/Twitter.md) | - | Oct 13, 2021 -[Vivaldi Desktop](https://github.com/the-weird-aquarian/privacy-settings/blob/main/Privacy%20Settings/Vivaldi.md) | 5.0.2497.38 | Dec 11, 2021 +[Twitter](https://github.com/the-weird-aquarian/privacy-settings/blob/main/Privacy%20Settings/Twitter.md) | - | Jan 25, 2022 +[Vivaldi Desktop](https://github.com/the-weird-aquarian/privacy-settings/blob/main/Privacy%20Settings/Vivaldi.md) | 5.0.2497.48 | Dec 11, 2021 [Vivaldi Mobile](https://github.com/the-weird-aquarian/privacy-settings/blob/main/Privacy%20Settings/Vivaldi-Mobile.md) | 5.0.2498.36 | Dec 09, 2021 [Windows 10](https://github.com/the-weird-aquarian/privacy-settings/blob/main/Privacy%20Settings/Windows-10.md) | 21H2 (OS Build 19044.1469) | Jan 10, 2022 [Windows 11](https://github.com/the-weird-aquarian/privacy-settings/blob/main/Privacy%20Settings/Windows-11.md) | 21H2 (OS Build 22000.376) | Jan 10, 2022 @@ -72,7 +72,7 @@ Any changes in the settings will be accounted in the [changelog](https://github. ## Privacy Best Practices The TL;DR version of best practices for digital privacy: -- Use strong passwords (preferably atleast 10 characters containing alphabets, numbers and special characters). +- Use strong passwords (preferably at least 10 characters containing alphabets, numbers and special characters). - Don't reuse passwords. - Use a password manager to generate and store strong, unique passwords. - Follow the privacy settings mentioned here.