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Your data. Your rules. Your digital future.

monocles launches its crowdfunding campaign on StartNext today! 🎉

monocles offers the solution for European independence from big tech. Be it the end-to-end encrypted chat, the secure email service or the privacy-friendly smartphones with our own operating system. monocles creates a decentralized, fair and ethical digital ecosystem for everyone.

Be part of it!

startnext.com/en/monocles

#privacy #sovereign #dataprotection #encryption #monocles

monocles - Privacy is not a feature. It is a right.

Secure communication, fair cloud, ethical hardware - monocles offers a digital solution without tracking, without surveillance, without compromise.
startnext.com
#privacy #encryption #DataProtection #monocles #sovereign

Deine Daten. Deine Regeln. Deine digitale Zukunft.

monocles startet heute seine Crowdfunding Kampagne auf StartNext! 🎉

monocles bietet die Lösung für eine europäische Unabhängigkeit von Big Tech. Sei es der Ende-zu-Ende verschlüsselte Chat, der sichere E-Maildienst oder die privatsphärefreundlichen Smartphones mit unserem eigenen Betriebssystem. monocles schafft ein dezentrales, faires und ethisches digitales Ökosystem für alle.

Seid dabei!

startnext.com/monocles

#privacy #monocles #xmpp

monocles – Privatsphäre ist kein Feature. Sie ist ein Recht.

Sichere Kommunikation, faire Cloud, ethische Hardware – monocles bietet eine digitale Lösung ohne Tracking, ohne Überwachung, ohne Kompromisse.
startnext.com
#xmpp #privacy #monocles

Thanks for spreading the word. We love everything you do for #privacy 😍
#privacy

#email #privacy #cybersecurity #tuta

Thanks for sharing. Together we'll spread #privacy to the world! 💪
#privacy

#privacy #security #grapheneos

Privacy is a human right that should be granted to everyone, no matter the reason. But for millions of people around the world, data privacy is also crucial for their physical safety. For people in extreme situations, privacy can literally mean life or death.

privacyguides.org/articles/202…

#Privacy #Article #PrivacyGuides #HumanRights


Privacy Means Safety

Privacy is a human right that should be granted to everyone, no matter the reason. That being said, it's also important to remember that for millions of people around the world, data privacy is crucial for physical safety.
www.privacyguides.org
#privacy #HumanRights #article #privacyguides

"[We are a]n age old Digital Marketing Agency operating over 10 years in the global market
having its main office at AZ, USA. We exist for such a long only because we follow ethical business practices"

Yes, sure. VERY ethical, right? You'd never place tracking pixels into your mails for example, would you?

"Do you want me to send…" – Are you kidding? No, of course. I want you to stop that 🤦‍♂️

#Tracking #email #SEO #privacy

screenshot from the source of the email, showing a hidden tracking pixel – clearly visible as such by a) the domain "*track.appspot.com" and b) the fact that it's very important to not be shown ("display:none; display:none!important")
#email #privacy #tracking #seo

Hey Fediverse!

I'm micr0, creator of @altbot, the open-source bot that helps generate alt-text for images on the Fediverse to make content more accessible.

What's New in 2.1?


After successfully moving image processing to local hardware with version 2.0, I've now brought video processing capability back - but with a major privacy upgrade! Altbot can now generate descriptions for videos completely locally and privately without sending content to Google or any other third-party services.

Important note: Currently, video processing is visual-only and doesn't include audio transcription. The audio processing Google was doing was some serious black magic fuckery that isn't possible to replicate locally with current technologies. But the visual descriptions are excellent and totally private!

With this update:

  • All processing happens locally with zero data retention
  • Complete privacy for all content
  • No data used for training models
  • Videos processed with the same privacy standards as images

I've also maintained Altbot's focus on energy efficiency - while video processing naturally requires more resources than images, I've implemented it to be as efficient as possible, keeping power consumption to a minimum while still delivering great results.

Thank You for Your Support!


I want to express my heartfelt thanks to everyone who helped me reach my donation goal on Ko-fi with the 2.0 launch! Your generosity made it possible to set up the local processing infrastructure that powers this privacy-focused service.

The response from the community has been incredible, and it means so much to know that privacy and accessibility are values we share.

What's Next for Altbot?


I'm already working on exciting future developments:

  • An Altbot API that will allow developers to integrate alt-text generation into their applications
  • Direct integration with Fediverse software platforms - I'm collaborating with instance developers to make accessibility a built-in feature!

Remember that Altbot has always been and remains fully open-source, with self-hosting being a core feature from day one for anyone who wants to run their own instance.

Supporting Ongoing Development & Infrastructure


Altbot currently runs on hardware in my home, which means I'm covering all the electricity costs for powering the GPU server that processes your media. While I've designed the system to be energy-efficient, running a dedicated AI server still impacts my monthly power bill.

Monthly donations would be especially helpful in sustainably supporting:

  • Ongoing electricity costs
  • Time spent on development and maintenance
  • Future infrastructure improvements

Even small recurring contributions can make a huge difference in keeping this service running reliably and allowing me to dedicate more time to improvements!

Ways to Support:


  • Ko-fi (one-time or monthly): ko-fi.com/micr0byte
  • Ethereum: 0xC992E57236eb9F30E79d0469446a6CF08Be05939

I've added the ETH option for those who prefer crypto or don't want to use PayPal!

Version 2.1 also includes various internal improvements and bug fixes that make everything run more smoothly behind the scenes.

Thanks again for your support in making the web more accessible without compromising on privacy!

Feel free to boost or reach out with questions! For press inquiries: inquiries@micr0.dev

#Accessibility #Privacy #Fediverse #AltText #Altbot


Buy Micr0byte a Coffee. ko-fi.com/micr0byte

Become a supporter of Micr0byte today! ❤️ Ko-fi lets you support the creators you love.
Ko-fi
#Accessibility #privacy #fediverse #AltText #altbot @Altbot

New Privacy Guides article 🔐✨
by me:

If you want to keep your password manager local-only, KeePassXC is a great solution!

It's free,
Open-source,
Easy to install and use,
Doesn't require an account,
Works on Linux, macOS, and Windows,
And the team is here! 👉 @keepassxc

Here's how to set it up with a YubiKey: privacyguides.org/articles/202…

#PrivacyGuides #KeePassXC #Privacy #Security #PasswordManager #Passwords #FOSS

Illustration of a laptop with the KeePassXC logo on it. There is a plus sign on the right, followed by a photo of a YubiKey.

KeePassXC + YubiKey: How to set up a local-only password manager

This tutorial demonstrates how to install the local-only password manager KeePassXC and secure a password database with YubiKey.
www.privacyguides.org
#foss #privacy #security #passwords #passwordmanager #keepassxc #privacyguides @Team KeePassXC

Great idea, can I reuse this on my mail signature?

#privacy

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We're JustDeleteAccount.com, a directory dedicated to helping people reclaim their digital privacy by making account deletion easier.
Our mission is simple: provide clear instructions on how to delete your accounts from hundreds of web services.
#privacy #privacyMatters
#privacy #privacymatters

Amazon is going to be disabling the privacy feature that processes voice commands locally on Echo devices at the end of this month. Instead, all voice commands will be sent to Amazon's cloud for processing.

I have already followed my own steps to remediate this:

1. Unplug Echo Device
2. Throw Echo Device in Trash
3. Done

#amazon #echo #privacy

Dear Echo Customer, We are reaching out to let you know that the Alexa feature 'Do Not Send Voice Recordings' that you enabled on your supported Echo device(s) will no longer be available beginning March 28th, 2025. This feature allowed compatible Echo devices to process the audio of Alexa requests locally on device. As we continue to expand Alexa’s capabilities with generative AI features that rely on the processing power of Amazon’s secure cloud, we have decided to no longer support this feature. If you do not take action, your Alexa Settings will automatically be updated to ‘Don’t save recordings.’ This means that, starting on March 28th, your voice recordings will be sent to and processed in the cloud, and they will be deleted after Alexa processes your requests. Any previously saved voice recordings will also be deleted. If your voice recordings setting is updated to ‘Don’t save recordings,’ voice ID will not work and you will not be able to create a voice ID for individual users to access more personalized features. If you do not want to set your voice recordings setting to ‘Don’t save recordings,’ please follow these steps before March 28th: 1. Open the Alexa App on your Mobile Phone 2. Go to Settings > Device Settings and select the device where this feature is enabled 3. Select 'Do Not Send Voice Recordings' from the menu 4. Disable the setting
#privacy #amazon #echo

"Google refuses to deny it received encryption order from UK government"

The UK’s encryption-breaking order for a backdoor into iCloud isn’t a one-off.

The secret hearing happening RIGHT NOW is bigger than just Apple. If the government wins, our right to privacy and security falls.

Other services will be hit.

therecord.media/google-refuses…

Sign our petition ➡️ you.38degrees.org.uk/petitions…

#e2ee #encryption #apple #google #privacy #security #cybersecurity #ukpol #ukpolitics #tech


Google refuses to deny it received encryption order from UK government

U.S. lawmakers say Google has refused to deny that it received a Technical Capability Notice from the U.K. — a mechanism to access encrypted messages that Apple reportedly received.
therecord.media
#apple #google #privacy #encryption #security #tech #cybersecurity #ukpol #e2ee #ukpolitics

#privacy

📣 Break the silence: Save encryption!

The UK government wants to be able to access anything, anywhere, any time — from your pics to your docs.

It begins with Apple. Other services will be next. That's why we must take a stand NOW!

Sign and share our petition ⬇️

you.38degrees.org.uk/petitions…

#encryption #e2ee #Apple #privacy #security #cybersecurity #ukpolitics #ukpol #icloud #tech


Keep our Apple data encrypted

It is reported that the Home Office has ordered Apple to build a backdoor into its encrypted services so that they can get hold of content that any Apple user has upload to the cloud. Encryption keeps our private information safe and secure.
38 Degrees
#apple #privacy #encryption #security #tech #cybersecurity #ukpol #icloud #e2ee #ukpolitics

The message is clear across the political divide: let's hear it!

The UK government should argue in open court why they want to make us less secure by ordering a backdoor into Apple encryption.

A secret Tribunal would be an affront to the privacy and security issues at stake. It must be held in public.

Read the joint letter from ORG, Big Brother Watch and Index on Censorship ⬇️

openrightsgroup.org/press-rele…

#Apple #encryption #e2ee #privacy #security #cybersecurity #ukpol #ukpolitics #tech


Make the Investigatory Powers Tribunal on Apple Encryption a Public Hearing

Rights groups call for Apple’s closed appeal against the Home Office’s encryption-breaching order to be opened to the public.
Open Rights Group
#apple #privacy #encryption #security #tech #cybersecurity #ukpol #e2ee #ukpolitics

Bipartisan US Congress Members want the secrecy around the UK's encryption-breaking order to be lifted.

"It is imperative that the UK's technical demands of Apple - and of any other US companies - be subjected to robust, public analysis and debate."

“Secret court hearings featuring intelligence agencies and a handful of individuals approved by them do not enable robust challenges on highly technical matters.”

wyden.senate.gov/news/press-re…

#encryption #e2ee #Apple #privacy #security #cybersecurity

Letter from US Members of Congress about the secret tribunal over the UK government's demand for a backdoor into Apple encryption.
Letter from US Members of Congress about the secret tribunal over the UK government's demand for a backdoor into Apple encryption.
Letter from US Members of Congress about the secret tribunal over the UK government's demand for a backdoor into Apple encryption.

Bipartisan Members of Congress to UK Spy Court: UK Gag Orders for Surveillance Backdoors Threaten Americans’ Security and Privacy, Impede Congressional Oversight | U.S. Senator Ron Wyden of Oregon

The Official U.S. Senate website of Senator Ron Wyden of Oregon
www.wyden.senate.gov
#apple #privacy #encryption #security #cybersecurity #e2ee

UK MPs have joined the chorus of voices wanting the Apple case to be held in public.

"If the Home Office wants to have effectively unfettered access to the private data of the (innocent) general public, they should explain their case in front of the public."

🗣️ David Davis MP.

"People deserve to know what's happening to their private personal information."

🗣️ Victoria Collins MP.

news.sky.com/story/apple-vs-ho…

#encryption #e2ee #Apple #privacy #security #cybersecurity #ukpolitics #ukpol


Apple vs Home Office encryption court battle must be held in public, say MPs

A row between the tech giant and the government over customer data will reportedly move to London's High Court this week – but the hearing will be held behind closed doors.
Tim Baker (Sky News)
#apple #privacy #encryption #security #cybersecurity #ukpol #e2ee #ukpolitics

📣 Make it public!

The call is getting louder for a public hearing of the appeal over the UK's order to break Apple encryption.

Alongside the joint letter from ORG, Big Brother Watch and Index on Censorship, UK MPs, US Congress Members and the BBC want the secrecy to end.

bbc.co.uk/news/articles/c4g0rr…

#encryption #e2ee #privacy #security #cybersecurity #ukpol #ukpolitics #Apple #tech


Pressure grows to hold secret Apple privacy hearing in public

Civil liberties campaigners have joined US politicians and the BBC in saying Friday's hearing should not be secret.
Tom Singleton (BBC News)
#apple #privacy #encryption #security #tech #cybersecurity #ukpol #e2ee #ukpolitics

"Privacy respecting ads"

｢ Shortly after, balenaEtcher started displaying ads. Although we didn't like that, we initially didn't view it as a significant privacy risk and had no better alternative at the time.

However, in 2024, the situation changed: balenaEtcher started sharing the file name of the image and the model of the USB stick with the Balena company and possibly with third parties ｣

tails.net/news/rufus/index.en.…

#etcher #spyware #privacy

Tails - Replacing balenaEtcher with Rufus as installer for Windows

tails.net
#privacy #spyware #etcher

#privacy #signal #AI #tech #signalapp #sxsw @Meredith Whittaker

🚨BREAKING🚨 The French National Assembly removed the backdoor section from the amendment to the #Narcotrafic law.

Read here how Politicians tried to undermine everybody's #security: tuta.com/blog/france-surveilla…

🙏 And thank you for fighting against this with us. This is a great win for privacy, yet, the battle is not over. Together we are strong! 💪

#backdoor #encryption #privacy #security

Remind Legislators: "A backdoor for the good guys only is not possible."

France is about to pass the worst surveillance law in the EU. We must stop them now! | Tuta

An amendment to the “Nacrotrafic” law is moving to the French National Assembly. Remind your legislators that a backdoor for the good guys only is not possible.
Tuta
#privacy #encryption #security #backdoor #narcotrafic

@onkelmorfar Nice, that's a good one! Thank you so much for spreading the word about the importance of #privacy 😍
#privacy @onkelmorfar

Finally got this update from @Tutanota, now to just get my business email moved over to Tuta.*

* the post quantum encryption isn’t the reason for switching my business, I’ve just not had time to sit down and make the switch/transfer (I’m a one man band).

#privacy #encryption #postquantumencryption

An email screenshot from Tuta. The subject line says, “Congratulations, your emails are now quantum-safe!” We then see a small image of a grey lock connecting via a line to a larger red lock. Lastly, there are two paragraphs of text explaining the subject line.
#privacy #encryption #postquantumencryption @Tuta

#privacy #encryption #cisa

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🚀 Další skvělá aplikace dostupná na OScloud! #Privacy #CryptPad #Bezpečnost #OScloud

CryptPad: end-to-end encrypted collaboration suite

cryptpad.arch-linux.cz
#privacy #cryptpad #bezpečnost #oscloud

#linux #privacy #gpg #encryption #security #cybersecurity #pgp #gnupg

#privacy #encryption @Tuta

#privacy #outlook

Just like Linus (LTT) said, Apple could have just stopped working in UK territory, people would fight back against UK's government, pushing them to revert back the law and get Apple back. But Apple has no backbone and cares only about money, unlike Tuta.

#Apple #Tuta #Privacy

#apple #privacy #tuta

In the context of all the #privacy discussions going on recently, please share with non-techie friends and family that #Zoom calls where someone says, "It's okay, we're not recording this," are NOT private.

With ~$99 worth of apps, it's super easy to record almost any video on your screen, with accompanying audio. Even though it's easy to see that your Zoom call organizer isn't recording, that doesn't mean anyone else in the call isn't (and you wouldn't know).

#privacy #zoom

I've switched to lurking here for a while due to the effects the current political situation in the US is having on me. I am making some big changes to how I do things, including how I livestream and host various products of my math research. I'll be posting about the steps I take as I take them.

I have switched from #Firefox to #Librewolf on my desktops. This was pretty easy since I have been storing my bookmarks as a plain text file on my desktop for a while now. Very portable. I just wish #VideoDownloadHelper worked on Librewolf.

I am looking into #XMPP now and trying to find a server to sign up for. Does anyone know any with open registration?

I have also recently gotten into #IRC again, and am excited to get more familiar with the #Pidgin client on desktop.

#math #privacy #security #federation #software

#xmpp #firefox #privacy #librewolf #security #software #federation #irc #math #pidgin #VideoDownloadHelper

#privacy #bigtech @Joan Westenberg

#opensource #privacy #datenschutz #cybersecurity #tuta #spotlight @Tuta

#privacy #encryption #security #backdoor

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