privacy-settings/README.md

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Privacy Settings

Privacy settings for:

NOTE: First 4 adblockers are also available for Firefox Beta Mobile and Fennec (F-droid version of firefox mobile) users in the Add-ons.

Adblocker Settings

Setting up the above mentioned adblockers:

Privacy Best Practices

The TL;DR version of best practices for digital privacy:

  • Follow the privacy settings mentioned here.
  • Use strong passwords (preferably atleast 10 characters containing alphabets, numbers and special characters).
  • Don't reuse passwords.
  • Use a password manager to generate and store strong, unique passwords.
  • Use better privacy respecting alternatives for search engines, emails, browsers etc.
  • Use multifactor authentication.
  • Use open-source softwares and apps whenever possible (NOTE: open-source doesn't always necessarily mean secure).
  • Review permissions for softwares and apps and revoke unnecessary permissions.
  • Only provide information as much as necessary.
  • Provide false information when possible (Never knowingly give false information on a legal document, to a law enforcement officer, federal agency, medical personnel, banks etc).
  • Use E2EE (End to End Encrypted) messaging services.
  • Keep devices encrypted.
  • Make regular backups.
  • Spread the good information and make people aware around you.

Additional Resources

For better privacy respecting alternatives, unbiased reviews and more information, check out:

Contributing

Any contribution would be much appreciated.