Tag Library
privacy
Stories from across the site that focus on privacy.
Should You Dispose of Your ACCC Router? Security, Alternatives, and Risks
Australia's mass router recall raises security and e-waste questions—find out what to do with a bricked SamKnows SK-WB8 and how to stay secure.
Jul 16, 2026
UK Government Clarifies VPN Access amid Social Media Age Restrictions
The UK will not restrict VPN usage despite new social media age bans, focusing privacy protections while enforcing curfews and AI safeguards for teens.
Jul 15, 2026
NymVPN iOS Update: Mixnet Tuning, Server Families, and App Icon Disguises Explained
Explore how NymVPN's new iOS features impact privacy, performance, and usability, and what trade-offs users should know before trying them.
Jul 14, 2026
Why UK Children Use VPNs: Privacy, Content Access, Not Age Verification
A UK government report reveals most children use VPNs for privacy and accessing content, not to bypass age checks. Learn how kids actually circumvent age restrictions online.
Jul 14, 2026
Why LAPD Paused Flock Surveillance Cameras Amid Rising Privacy Concerns
LAPD halted its contract with Flock surveillance cameras due to civil liberties and data privacy issues, sparking debate about license plate reader technology and its impact on driver privacy.
Jul 14, 2026
Why UK Should Avoid Restricting VPNs to Protect Online Privacy and Security
Restricting VPN use in the UK risks undermining national cybersecurity and personal privacy while failing to effectively protect children. Learn why age-gating VPNs is a technical and practical dead-end.
Jul 14, 2026
How Windows 11’s Copilot PC Insights Feature Helps You Understand Your Hardware
Windows 11 introduces 'PC insights' in Copilot to answer hardware queries and system status, offering an easier way to check specs and troubleshoot your PC. Learn its benefits, privacy steps, and current limitations.
Jul 13, 2026
How to Get Free NordVPN with Mastercard Lifestyle Perks
Learn how Mastercard cardholders can access NordVPN subscriptions for free, boosting digital security with ease. Find eligibility details and setup tips.
Jul 13, 2026
Proton Lumo 2.0: Is This Privacy-First ChatGPT Alternative a Smart Buy?
Proton Lumo 2.0 boosts privacy for AI chat with features like multimodal reasoning, image generation, and encrypted chats. Is it right for you?
Jul 11, 2026
How to Use Session for Secure, Decentralized Encrypted Messaging
Learn step-by-step how to set up and use Session, an encrypted messaging app focused on privacy without phone numbers, plus its key security features and limitations.
Jul 10, 2026
Why the 'Nothing to Hide' Argument Fails in Modern Privacy Debates
Edward Snowden’s critique of 'nothing to hide' reshapes how we think about privacy, security, and surveillance. Here’s what it means for your digital rights today.
Jul 9, 2026
What Meta's Super-Sensing AI Glasses Mean for Privacy and Daily Life
Meta's AI glasses aim to enhance personal assistance by continuously sensing your environment, but constant data capture raises significant privacy and battery life concerns.
Jul 9, 2026