diff --git a/Privacy Settings/Brave-Mobile.md b/Privacy Settings/Brave-Mobile.md index 5f12ed9..d21cc56 100644 --- a/Privacy Settings/Brave-Mobile.md +++ b/Privacy Settings/Brave-Mobile.md @@ -10,8 +10,11 @@ Go to Settings - Auto-redirect tracking URLs: On - Upgrade connections to HTTPS: Require all connections to use HTTPS (strict) - Block Cookies: Block third-party cookies -- Block Fingerprinting: Fingerprinting blocked (strict) (If you face any issues with sites, change it back to standard) +- Block Fingerprinting: On - Prevent fingerprinting via language settings: On +- Content Filtering > + - Fanboy's Annoyances + uBO Annoyances: On + - Select other filter lists based on your language & preferences - Safe Browsing: Standard protection - Lock Private tabs when you leave Brave: On - Allow sites to check if you have payment methods saved: Off @@ -31,8 +34,6 @@ Go to Settings - Allow privacy-preserving product analytics (P3A): Off - Automatically send diagnostic reports: Off - Automatically send daily usage ping to Brave: Off -- Improve search suggestions: Off -- Show top sites in autocomplete: Off @@ -57,6 +58,8 @@ Go to Settings ## Search engines - Standard Tab: `DuckDuckGo` or any other privacy respecting search engine like `Brave`, `Startpage` etc. - Private Tab: `DuckDuckGo` or any other privacy respecting search engine like `Brave`, `Startpage` etc. +- Show search suggestions: Off +- Show top sites suggestions: Off diff --git a/Privacy Settings/Brave.md b/Privacy Settings/Brave.md index e51760f..f10c21d 100644 --- a/Privacy Settings/Brave.md +++ b/Privacy Settings/Brave.md @@ -19,7 +19,7 @@ Go to Settings ## Shields - Trackers & ads blocking: Aggressive - Upgrade connections to HTTPS: Strict -- Block fingerprinting: Strict (If you face any issues with sites, change it back to standard) +- Block fingerprinting: On - Block cookies: Block third-party cookies @@ -28,7 +28,7 @@ Go to Settings - Security > - Standard protection - Use secure DNS: On - - Select DNS provider: `Cloudflare`, or select `Add custom DNS service provider` and provide URL for other secure DNS from [this list](https://www.privacyguides.org/en/dns/#recommended-providers) + - Select DNS provider: `NextDNS`/`Cloudflare`, or select `Add custom DNS service provider` and provide URL for other secure DNS from [this list](https://www.privacyguides.org/en/dns/#recommended-providers)
Example: For Quad9, enter https://dns.quad9.net/dns-query - Manage V8 security: Don’t allow sites to use the V8 optimizer @@ -73,7 +73,7 @@ Go to Settings privacy respecting search engine from `Manage search engines and site search`. - Private window: `DuckDuckGo`/`Brave`/`Startpage` or add any other privacy respecting search engine from `Manage search engines and site search`. -- Improve search suggestions: Off +- Show search suggestions: Off - Web Discovery Project: Off diff --git a/Privacy Settings/Cromite.md b/Privacy Settings/Cromite.md index 0841e1d..c6e5035 100644 --- a/Privacy Settings/Cromite.md +++ b/Privacy Settings/Cromite.md @@ -31,11 +31,16 @@ NOTE: Never save payment info in browsers. A password manager can be used to als ## Privacy and security -#### Privacy +#### Data exposed to the websites - Third-party cookies: Block third-party cookies - Send a "Do Not Track" request: Off - Global Privacy Control "Sec-GPC": On +- Access payment methods: Off + +#### Incognito mode - Lock Incognito tabs when you leave Cromite: On +- Always incognito mode > + - Enable history: Off #### Security - Always use secure connections: On @@ -45,12 +50,8 @@ NOTE: Never save payment info in browsers. A password manager can be used to als Example: For Quad9, enter https://dns.quad9.net/dns-query -- Always incognito mode > - - Enable history: Off - #### Other services - Improve search suggestions: Off -- Access payment methods: Off @@ -80,9 +81,4 @@ NOTE: Never save payment info in browsers. A password manager can be used to als ## Downloads -- Ask where to save files: On - - - -## Google services -- Improve search suggestions: Off \ No newline at end of file +- Ask where to save files: On \ No newline at end of file diff --git a/Privacy Settings/Firefox-Mobile.md b/Privacy Settings/Firefox-Mobile.md index a01983f..7945e51 100644 --- a/Privacy Settings/Firefox-Mobile.md +++ b/Privacy Settings/Firefox-Mobile.md @@ -26,8 +26,8 @@ Go to Settings. -## Logins and Passwords -- Save logins and passwords: Never save +## Passwords +- Save passwords: Never save - Autofill in Firefox/Fennec: Off - Autofill in other apps: Off diff --git a/Privacy Settings/Google-Chrome-Mobile.md b/Privacy Settings/Google-Chrome-Mobile.md index 40ce408..4e29f10 100644 --- a/Privacy Settings/Google-Chrome-Mobile.md +++ b/Privacy Settings/Google-Chrome-Mobile.md @@ -15,7 +15,7 @@ Go to Settings. -## Password Manager +## Google Password Manager #### Settings - Offer to save passwords: Off diff --git a/Privacy Settings/Google-Chrome.md b/Privacy Settings/Google-Chrome.md index a3a4da1..41b0e0f 100644 --- a/Privacy Settings/Google-Chrome.md +++ b/Privacy Settings/Google-Chrome.md @@ -54,7 +54,7 @@ NOTE: Never save payment info in browsers. A password manager can be used to als - Help improve security on the web for everyone: Off - Always use secure connections: On - Use secure DNS: On -- Select DNS provider: `Cloudflare`, or select `Add custom DNS service provider` and provide URL for other secure DNS from [this list](https://www.privacyguides.org/en/dns/#recommended-providers) +- Select DNS provider: `NextDNS`/`Cloudflare`, or select `Add custom DNS service provider` and provide URL for other secure DNS from [this list](https://www.privacyguides.org/en/dns/#recommended-providers)
Example: For Quad9, enter https://dns.quad9.net/dns-query - Manage V8 security: Don’t allow sites to use the V8 optimizer diff --git a/Privacy Settings/MacOS-Sequoia.md b/Privacy Settings/MacOS-Sequoia.md index b11d6c3..f4f9d26 100644 --- a/Privacy Settings/MacOS-Sequoia.md +++ b/Privacy Settings/MacOS-Sequoia.md @@ -1,8 +1,8 @@ # 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** +Go to System Settings by any of the following methods: +- Apple Icon on top left > System Settings +- Spotlight Search for `System Settings` by pressing `command + space` on your keyboard. @@ -15,60 +15,81 @@ Go to System Settings #### 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. + +**IMPORTANT NOTE 1:** 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 2: 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. +- 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** + - 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 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 +- 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. +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 +- 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. +Generally keep tabs on all permissions and restrict as many as possible. The fewer permissions granted the better. #### Analytics & Improvements - Share Mac Analytics: Off @@ -81,12 +102,14 @@ Note: Generally keep tabs on all permissions and restrict as many as possible. T - 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 applications from: App Store +
Note: Malware can still be hosted on the App Store & denying other sources may heavily restrict software you can run. Enable this feature only if you don't trust other sources for installing applications. - Allow accessories to connect: Ask Every Time - FileVault: On - Lockdown Mode: On + + ## Spotlight - Siri Suggestions: Off - Improve Search: Off diff --git a/Privacy Settings/Microsoft-Edge-Mobile.md b/Privacy Settings/Microsoft-Edge-Mobile.md index fa345da..0b8ebf4 100644 --- a/Privacy Settings/Microsoft-Edge-Mobile.md +++ b/Privacy Settings/Microsoft-Edge-Mobile.md @@ -24,7 +24,7 @@ NOTE: Never save payment info in browsers. A password manager can be used to als -## Privacy and security +## Privacy, security and services #### Diagnostic data - Optional diagnostic data: Off @@ -56,6 +56,9 @@ NOTE: Never save payment info in browsers. A password manager can be used to als #### Do Not Track - Off +#### Website Typo Protection +- Website Typo Protection: On + ## General diff --git a/Privacy Settings/Microsoft-Edge.md b/Privacy Settings/Microsoft-Edge.md index f0f8ce0..38006f0 100644 --- a/Privacy Settings/Microsoft-Edge.md +++ b/Privacy Settings/Microsoft-Edge.md @@ -64,6 +64,7 @@ NOTE 2: Never save payment info in browsers. A password manager can be used to a #### Services - Save time and money with Shopping in Microsoft Edge: Off (use something else like [Keepa](https://keepa.com/), [camelcamelcamel](https://camelcamelcamel.com/), [Price History](https://pricehistoryapp.com/) etc.) - Get notifications of related things you can explore with Discover: Off +- Include related matches in Find on page: Off - Let Microsoft Edge help keep your tabs organized: Off - Address bar and search > - First click on `Manage search engines` > Add > Add a privacy respecting search engine here like `DuckDuckGo`, `StartPage`, `Brave` etc. diff --git a/Privacy Settings/Vivaldi-Mobile.md b/Privacy Settings/Vivaldi-Mobile.md index f3ea846..3c068e1 100644 --- a/Privacy Settings/Vivaldi-Mobile.md +++ b/Privacy Settings/Vivaldi-Mobile.md @@ -7,10 +7,6 @@ Go to Settings. ## Search engine - Standard Tab: DuckDuckGo or Startpage.com - Private Tab: DuckDuckGo or Startpage.com - - - -## Search Engine settings - Allow Search Suggestions in Address Field: Off @@ -35,22 +31,6 @@ NOTE: Never save payment info in browsers. A password manager can be used to als -## Tracker and Ad Blocking -- Default Blocking Level: Block Trackers and Ads - -#### Manage Tracker Blocking Sources -- DuckDuckGo Tracker Radar: On -- EasyPrivacy: On - -#### Manage Ad Blocking Sources -- ABP anti-circumvention list: On -- AdBlock Warning Removal List: On -- Allow ads from our partners: Off -- EasyList: On -- Depending on your region turn on other lists if required like English, German etc. - - - ## Privacy and security - Always use secure connections: On - Lock Private tabs when you leave Vivaldi: On @@ -68,17 +48,29 @@ NOTE: Never save payment info in browsers. A password manager can be used to als -## Site settings +## Tracker and Ad Blocking +- Default Blocking Level: Block Trackers and Ads -#### Permissions +#### Manage Tracker Blocking Sources +- DuckDuckGo Tracker Radar: On +- EasyPrivacy: On + +#### Manage Ad Blocking Sources +- ABP anti-circumvention list: On +- AdBlock Warning Removal List: On +- Allow ads from our partners: Off +- EasyList: On +- Depending on your region turn on other lists if required like English, German etc. + + + +## Content Settings + +#### Site settings - Your device use: Off - -#### Content - Third-party cookies > - Block third-party cookies - Intrusive ads: Off - - -## Downloads +#### Downloads - Ask where to save files: On