Intro To Privacy Suggestions

An overview of some first steps I'd recommend if you're just getting started. I’ve added links to videos we’ve done on each step if you want to learn more!

  • Export your Gmail to Proton mail (super easy, literally a one click process to import all your emails)

Comparison of email providers: https://youtu.be/0_gGJtKX2Pw
Using Aliases: https://youtu.be/5HHdk_GP-Ew
Using Custom Domains: https://youtu.be/K9SiOYRcTCc

  • Use Brave instead of Chrome

Comparison of browsers: https://youtu.be/G09oVgDurTI

  • Use Brave search and Startpage instead of Google

Comparison of search engines: https://youtu.be/o4sMstvwi0I

  • Use Signal instead of SMS

Most private messaging apps: https://youtu.be/rTPBqWzjuyo
Least private messaging apps: https://youtu.be/47_3_vaUSIU
Why Telegram isn’t private: https://youtu.be/rtRQKQkvUfE

  • Keep a VPN on at all times to mask IP from websites

Beware of VPN scam apps: https://youtu.be/8MHBMdTBlok

Follow up steps for leveling up:

  • VoIP instead of sim-based number (Mysudo if in the USA)

Why VoIP is more private than a cell number: https://youtu.be/HYNZKQZEHoU

  • Import calendar to proton (another 1 click process)

  • Consider GrapheneOS instead of iOS or Android

Graphene installation guide: https://youtu.be/rIFBN390clQ
Graphene next steps: https://youtu.be/wg00QkcpOOM

  • Swap out apps for more private options

Phone privacy playlist: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLt3zZ-N423gXV-0pdxnRn-nw0WzVKh4NY&si=I1NiG-OrusSE71aa

  • Consider hotspot instead of sim

Why I don’t have a SIM in my phone: https://youtu.be/RyirQOCUUK8

  • Keep phone in airplane mode, and turn off WiFi and Bluetooth when not using them

Understanding location tracking: https://youtu.be/A9DPDE0FZeQ

  • Use encrypted cloud storage for sensitive docs, like Proton Drive

Most private cloud storage: https://youtu.be/yND3ogYFVp0

  • Use Cryptpad instead of Google docs for real time editing of ore sensitive docs

Most private online office suites: https://youtu.be/-4MpHf4XOMw

  • Use LibreOffice instead of Microsoft

Most private Word Processors: https://youtu.be/p3L7bLYz-mk

There’s lots more you can do, but this is a GREAT start that goes a long way to protecting your privacy!

Recommended reading/listening:

Michael Bazzel's "Extreme Privacy" book series
Darknet Diaries podcast