Privacy in the digital age

The original post: /r/privacy by /u/Somanyquestions78 on 2024-11-09 10:07:22.

Are there any updates as to whether this guy's getghosted(dot)com service is legit? He claims on his youtube that creating llcs can give you anonymity, along with predicting some fomo on getting trapped in a government cbdc ai credit system. Does any of this check out? He also has a Twitter and odysee. I barely see anyone mention him, except a couple posts, so I just wanna put a recent spotlight because of his bold claims

The original post: /r/privacy by /u/Burnt_Creme on 2024-11-09 08:15:15.

So I was using my phone in the dark after turning off the lights, then I noticed a small, red blinking light at the top of my phone. It's above the screen and decently spaced from the screen camera. I checked, but didn't notice anything sticking out.

Could it be a hidden camera? There is a small hole 1/2 a centimeter away, but I don't think it could be there (If there is one).

Any comments and advice will be much appreciated.

Thanks.

The original post: /r/privacy by /u/SubTransfer on 2024-11-09 06:53:32.

The original post: /r/privacy by /u/RampedDown on 2024-11-09 06:44:23.

Sorry if this is not the appropriate thread or this question has already been answered; it’s my first time here. Any help would be greatly appreciated :)

My friend has a public instagram account. He tagged me in a silly photo that I really don’t have an issue with. Unfortunately, when you google my name now, that photo is one of the top results. Is there a way to have that photo no longer come up when you Google me? I removed my tag from the photo, but it’s still comes up when I search myself. Anything I can do besides have him delete the photo from his page/go private? Thanks again for any help!

The original post: /r/privacy by /u/The_Viewer2083 on 2024-11-09 04:27:37.

I have a phone without gapps, and I don't wanna use aurora store ttoo. I even have root sso apps won't work. So I think I should do online payments through PC or maybe mobile too. So for visiting official bank websites for online payments transfer, I should use Google Chrome as a better option? Firefox and other stuff blocks tracking URLs and other stuff which may let me stand different from crowd and they will suspiciously act on me ig. Anyways, Google Chrome not for browsing but online payments in official bank sites is best? Or I should use other browsers?

The original post: /r/privacy by /u/BidensLegHairs on 2024-11-09 04:09:19.

Edit: Ignore the “has” in the title.

True people search dot com is brought up a good bit on this sub, so I’m sure most here are familiar. It shows my number, where I live, etc. All seems up to date, but my email shows up as a different person. Judging by the name in the email, it seems like someone from my state.

Should I be worried? I’m curious if others experienced this as well. I saw here that you can request removal by email. If it matches, it can be removed within 72 hours. Obviously it looks like I can’t do that if it’s on someone else’s..

The original post: /r/privacy by /u/The_Viewer2083 on 2024-11-09 03:27:21.

I have been listening to everyone here, in my last post, people were referring to use chromium-based browsers and in other posts, it was recommended to use a gecko based i.e. firefox or a browser which isn't chromium. Some say, chromium based are vulnerable so use firefox, and some say gecko-based in vulnerable so don't use firefox. Some say, Chromium based, google updates regularly so that is better, meanwhile other side chromium collects your data. I understood, all browsers are vulnerable to some or the other thing, but as a 30 years old, visiting websites daily and regularly for information; I want a browser that supports extension to gain uBlock Origin and an enhanced very better tracking protection + other protection for my privacy. I visit many sites to gain combined information and yet found there are vulnerabilities every browser. So which is best suited for privacy focused on browsing regularly, To protect privacy with removing URLs and other stuff. I don't wanna give my search and other data for 'em to assume my everything and have a better ads while I don't even have ads on my device anywhere.

The original post: /r/privacy by /u/Vast-Total-77 on 2024-11-09 01:53:36.

The original post: /r/privacy by /u/mushaboom83 on 2024-11-09 01:35:36.

Someone got my phone number that I don’t want them to have, and I’m not sure how they got it. What is the best way I can remove any information about myself on a Google search? One site lists my name associated with my number, but they don’t seem to have a clear way of getting that removed without sharing more info with them.

The original post: /r/privacy by /u/cyrilio on 2024-11-08 15:47:47.

The original post: /r/privacy by /u/gangnamstylechillary on 2024-11-08 21:54:56.

hello I have been nannying for a new family and I went to the bathroom and noticed both faucets have a camera (i think). I couldn’t see a red light, but with a flashlight it looks like a lens maybe with a clear cover of it. I didn’t see anything super visible under the sink. Can someone please tell me if it’s a camera the faucet

The original post: /r/privacy by /u/Zireael61 on 2024-11-08 21:37:30.

Companies often ask for our phone numbers for various reasons, and we typically need to provide them to receive services. I believe the biggest issue with this system is the risk of data leaks or the possibility that companies might simply sell our data. I think this problem could be solved by adopting a new system. This approach would also benefit companies, as data breaches would be less problematic if they didn’t hold customers' personal information.

Here's the idea: Suppose Company X needs my number for communication, verification, etc. Instead of obtaining my actual number, they would receive a token generated by my mobile carrier, which would verify its authenticity. Let’s say Company X receives a unique 512-bit token along with the name of my mobile carrier to confirm that the token is valid.

When Company X wants to send me a message, they would include this token in their request to the mobile carrier rather than using my phone number. Since the carrier knows which token is linked to which user, they can forward the message directly to me. This way, Company X never needs to know my phone number.

If a malicious party somehow gains access to this token, any message sent to me using it would still appear as though it came from Company X. This helps me pinpoint exactly which company’s data may have been compromised. Additionally, I could contact my mobile carrier to delete or revoke any tokens I no longer wish to use, instantly cutting off all messages linked to that token.

This idea is similar to 3D Secure: when you enter your card details and are redirected to the bank’s verification system. Here, when I need to verify my mobile number, I would simply click a button to add my number and be redirected to my mobile carrier’s portal. I would enter my phone number and then input a one-time code received via SMS to complete the verification. If the verification is successful, Company X would receive a token.

As long as there’s no data breach at the mobile carrier, this setup would be completely secure and would protect my privacy. I think it’s more ideal to trust your mobile carrier than to trust numerous companies. What do you think? Could we see a similar approach in the future, or do you think there’s a flaw in this idea? I just thought of this while trying to sleep.

The original post: /r/privacy by /u/criminallyintellect on 2024-11-08 21:26:34.

I had a purism that was stolen but I loved it.. saved up for another good laptop and came across info for some from system76.. anyone have one or an opinion?

The original post: /r/privacy by /u/sqenixs on 2024-11-08 20:57:26.

I use reddit app and facebook app and amazon app (for example) and it has become pretty obvious to me that I am being tracked across these apps with targeted advertising. I already use dns blocking. But apparently it is not blocking whatever tracking they are using.

The original post: /r/privacy by /u/thesprung on 2024-11-08 20:39:03.

So I'm running a dual boot system of windows 10 iot that I use just for video games. I have an xbox and was wondering what kind of data microsoft would be able to collect that they can't already collect on my pc if I download the xbox game pass app?

The original post: /r/privacy by /u/s-ro_mojosa on 2024-11-08 19:21:38.

Is there a good privacy respecting receipt scanner app for Android? It would be ideal if it had very good OCR capabilities but I'll take what I can get. Open source is best.

The original post: /r/privacy by /u/ChasnTheSun on 2024-11-08 18:00:47.

Maybe I read this wrong - but I DON'T have my smart tv plugged into via ethernet nor attached to WiFi to my internet. I do this for privacy.

I use a firestick and an android ONN tv box on my TVs. They are registered in aliases and not attached to me as much as I can. But the question is - if the firestick or Android tv box is plugged into my smart tv with an HDMI cable into the "HDMI Arc" port - is this a data connection to the internet for the TV? Specifically is Samsung and LG (my current TV manufacturers) getting data from my watch habits from my TV?

I know it is for advanced data connections - presumably for audio?

Thanks

The original post: /r/privacy by /u/searchingforthiss on 2024-11-08 17:58:39.

As a US resident, I wanted to ask if there was a way to get your name removed off "voterrecords" with this upcoming election. i see alot of peoples full names and addresses even phone numbers on this website. I would also like to ask if sites like Deleteme are trustworthy, and the correct way to getting personal info removed off the internet. I remember asking something similar before and nobody suggested any of those companies that delete your personal info and it does feel a tad weird just giving away all of your info like that to them. Is there a correct approach?

The original post: /r/privacy by /u/mel1boss on 2024-11-08 17:49:56.

I gave away a 20$ steam gift card and a 30$ steam gift card to friends by sending them pics on discord of the entire back side

Is it possible for someone skilled to find the location of where it was bought or any other valuable information using the bar code and serial number???

I bought it with cash and didn't even need to show my id in order to get it so I'm sure it can't be traced back to me but id rather ask before I find out the hard way

The original post: /r/privacy by /u/intjeejee on 2024-11-08 17:10:23.

I am buying something online. It’s an item paid once, not a subscription. I could not use Apple Pay before entering my shipping address. But when I double click on the website to pay it seems like the merchant will only see my 06 and my email is hidden.

This seems very secure and private to me but better be safe than sorry since it’s my first purchase like this. So asking.

The original post: /r/privacy by /u/tears_falling on 2024-11-08 16:47:36.

Hello, everyone! I am looking for an Android note taking app.

My requirements are as follows:

1. It has to be 100% open source and privacy respecting.
2. It must store my data locally, work offline, and use reliable encryption.
3. I need it to support markdown and exporting files.
4. It shouldn't limit the amount of notes I can take or paywall other basic features.
5. It should have search functionality.

Other preferences:

• I'd like for it to be as simple and clean as possible.

• It would be nice if there was a DIY syncing solution, either by self-hosting a server or syncing files some other way.

I'm already aware of Notesnook and Standard Notes, but both fail requirement 4. I don't want my note taking app to ask me to pay for features every time I do something. I feel like editing basic markdown files should be a solved problem by now.

This is the same setup I have on my laptop: I edit plain .md files with Neovim and encrypt the entire directory. It is very portable and relies on standard tooling, but I'm struggling to do something similar on my phone.

Any suggestions are appreciated!

The original post: /r/privacy by /u/Similar_Response_568 on 2024-11-08 16:23:23.

So hey everyone, planning on getting rid of Gmail, but thinking of tuta, but with recent prices of proton in the mail plus plan at 1 dollar month and planning on buying the year don’t know if it is a good strategy going to proton, to clarify just need an email, don’t want any other service

The original post: /r/privacy by /u/Someguy9385 on 2024-11-08 07:20:14.

made a stupid mistake and told a crazy lady the city i live in and sent her innapropriate pictures. i’m a dummy. now she threatens to send the pictures to everyone in my school and ruin everything if i don’t send a 100 dollar gift card. to buy myself time, i said i would do so tomorrow. am terrified. should i talk to my parents? and advice is appreciated

The original post: /r/privacy by /u/rrashad21 on 2024-11-08 04:29:55.

I'm looking at Proton, but I'm also curious as to anything else that would be recommended that may be better or other services that would mix and match well. I'm a bit new to all this so I appreciate your help and guidance!

The original post: /r/privacy by /u/TakFltFlyer on 2024-11-07 23:35:35.

Sorry in advance if this violates any rules here.

I'm seeing all these posts of screenshot of heated conversations/debates people are having with their parents over the election. This honestly baffles me a little bit. Let me explain:

I have what you'd consider 'Older Parents'. I'm 28F and both of my parents are in their 60s. My Dad grew up in Oklahoma, living in a 2-bedroom home, where he lived with 4-5 of my other relatives at any given time. Mom was raised on a farm, working the chores with 10 siblings. I don't know if this was a 'thing' that just went out of style, but I was always taught/learned by observation that you DON'T ask who people voted for. The night of the election, my Mom had one of those stickers on, and she's on the phone with my older sister (40s, just for context). I'm half-listening to the conversation while playing Fortnite, and I can tell my sister has asked who Mom voted for. This is basically how the conversation went, from Mom's side:

"Hmm?...Secret...Secrets, babe. You don't ever ask anybody who you voted for.......Nope....(insert sister's name), Grandma and Grandpa wouldn't even tell EACH OTHER who they voted for. They never even discussed it.....Nope. That is 'privileged information', and you hold on to that..." (There was more conversation, but this is all that matters.)

Am I crazy or what? I'd love some input from my friendly fellow redditors.

(I'm not referring to the people that openly and freely share their decisions. This is meant for the situations where somebody has actually ASKED about who/what somebody has chosen. I also did NOT vote. NOT because I'm trying to disrespect our rights or anything like that. The main reason is because I, personally, don't feel 'educated or qualified' in politics enough to make any sort of call. Please don't hate me for that. 🤷‍♀️)