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Contents\n- [Privacy Settings](#privacy-settings)\n- [Extension Settings](#extension-settings)\n- [Changelog](#changelog)\n- [FAQs](#faqs)\n- [Privacy Best Practices](#privacy-best-practices)\n- [Additional Resources](#additional-resources)\n  - [Recommendations, alternatives \u0026 reviews](#recommendations-alternatives--reviews)\n  - [Privacy news, blogs, guides \u0026 more](#privacy-news-blogs-guides--more)\n- [Contributing](#contributing)\n- [Credits](#credits)\n- [License](#license)\n\n\n\n## Privacy Settings\n- \u003cimg src=\"icons/amazon.png\" width=\"20\" align=\"center\"\u003e [Amazon](https://github.com/StellarSand/privacy-settings/blob/main/Privacy%20Settings/Amazon.md)\n- \u003cimg src=\"icons/android.png\" width=\"20\" align=\"center\"\u003e [Android 11](https://github.com/StellarSand/privacy-settings/blob/main/Privacy%20Settings/Android-11.md)\n- \u003cimg src=\"icons/android.png\" width=\"20\" align=\"center\"\u003e [Android 12/12.1](https://github.com/StellarSand/privacy-settings/blob/main/Privacy%20Settings/Android-12.md)\n- \u003cimg src=\"icons/android.png\" width=\"20\" align=\"center\"\u003e [Android 13](https://github.com/StellarSand/privacy-settings/blob/main/Privacy%20Settings/Android-13.md)\n- \u003cimg src=\"icons/android.png\" width=\"20\" align=\"center\"\u003e [Android 14](https://github.com/StellarSand/privacy-settings/blob/main/Privacy%20Settings/Android-14.md)\n- \u003cimg src=\"icons/android.png\" width=\"20\" align=\"center\"\u003e [Android 15](https://github.com/StellarSand/privacy-settings/blob/main/Privacy%20Settings/Android-15.md)\n- \u003cimg src=\"icons/android_studio.png\" width=\"20\" align=\"center\"\u003e [Android Studio](https://github.com/StellarSand/privacy-settings/blob/main/Privacy%20Settings/Android-Studio.md)\n- \u003cimg src=\"icons/apple.png\" width=\"20\" align=\"center\"\u003e [Apple Account](https://github.com/StellarSand/privacy-settings/blob/main/Privacy%20Settings/Apple-Account.md)\n- \u003cimg src=\"icons/brave.png\" width=\"20\" align=\"center\"\u003e [Brave Desktop](https://github.com/StellarSand/privacy-settings/blob/main/Privacy%20Settings/Brave.md)\n- \u003cimg src=\"icons/brave.png\" width=\"20\" align=\"center\"\u003e [Brave Mobile](https://github.com/StellarSand/privacy-settings/blob/main/Privacy%20Settings/Brave-Mobile.md)\n- \u003cimg src=\"icons/brave_search.png\" width=\"20\" align=\"center\"\u003e [Brave Search](https://github.com/StellarSand/privacy-settings/blob/main/Privacy%20Settings/Brave-Search.md)\n- \u003cimg src=\"icons/chatgpt.png\" width=\"20\" align=\"center\"\u003e [ChatGPT](https://github.com/StellarSand/privacy-settings/blob/main/Privacy%20Settings/ChatGPT.md)\n- \u003cimg src=\"icons/cromite.png\" width=\"20\" align=\"center\"\u003e [Cromite](https://github.com/StellarSand/privacy-settings/blob/main/Privacy%20Settings/Cromite.md)\n- \u003cimg src=\"icons/discord.png\" width=\"20\" align=\"center\"\u003e [Discord](https://github.com/StellarSand/privacy-settings/blob/main/Privacy%20Settings/Discord.md)\n- \u003cimg src=\"icons/duckduckgo.png\" width=\"20\" align=\"center\"\u003e [DuckDuckGo Browser Desktop](https://github.com/StellarSand/privacy-settings/blob/main/Privacy%20Settings/DuckDuckGo-Browser.md)\n- \u003cimg src=\"icons/duckduckgo.png\" width=\"20\" align=\"center\"\u003e [DuckDuckGo Browser Mobile](https://github.com/StellarSand/privacy-settings/blob/main/Privacy%20Settings/DuckDuckGo-Browser-Mobile.md)\n- \u003cimg src=\"icons/duckduckgo.png\" width=\"20\" align=\"center\"\u003e [DuckDuckGo Search](https://github.com/StellarSand/privacy-settings/blob/main/Privacy%20Settings/DuckDuckGo-Search.md)\n- \u003cimg src=\"icons/facebook.png\" width=\"20\" align=\"center\"\u003e [Facebook](https://github.com/StellarSand/privacy-settings/blob/main/Privacy%20Settings/Facebook.md)\n- \u003cimg src=\"icons/firefox.png\" width=\"20\" align=\"center\"\u003e [Firefox Desktop](https://github.com/StellarSand/privacy-settings/blob/main/Privacy%20Settings/Firefox.md)\n- \u003cimg src=\"icons/firefox_focus.png\" width=\"20\" align=\"center\"\u003e [Firefox Focus](https://github.com/StellarSand/privacy-settings/blob/main/Privacy%20Settings/Firefox-Focus.md)\n- \u003cimg src=\"icons/firefox.png\" width=\"20\" align=\"center\"\u003e [Firefox Mobile/Fennec](https://github.com/StellarSand/privacy-settings/blob/main/Privacy%20Settings/Firefox-Mobile.md)\n- \u003cimg src=\"icons/gboard.png\" width=\"20\" align=\"center\"\u003e [Gboard](https://github.com/StellarSand/privacy-settings/blob/main/Privacy%20Settings/Gboard.md) (Google Keyboard)\n- \u003cimg src=\"icons/gmail.png\" width=\"20\" align=\"center\"\u003e [Gmail](https://github.com/StellarSand/privacy-settings/blob/main/Privacy%20Settings/Gmail.md)\n- \u003cimg src=\"icons/google.png\" width=\"20\" align=\"center\"\u003e [Google Account](https://github.com/StellarSand/privacy-settings/blob/main/Privacy%20Settings/Google-Account.md)\n- \u003cimg src=\"icons/google_chrome.png\" width=\"20\" align=\"center\"\u003e [Google Chrome/Ungoogled Chromium Desktop](https://github.com/StellarSand/privacy-settings/blob/main/Privacy%20Settings/Google-Chrome.md)\n- \u003cimg src=\"icons/google_chrome.png\" width=\"20\" align=\"center\"\u003e [Google Chrome Mobile](https://github.com/StellarSand/privacy-settings/blob/main/Privacy%20Settings/Google-Chrome-Mobile.md)\n- \u003cimg src=\"icons/google.png\" width=\"20\" align=\"center\"\u003e [Google Search](https://github.com/StellarSand/privacy-settings/blob/main/Privacy%20Settings/Google-Search.md)\n- \u003cimg src=\"icons/instagram.png\" width=\"20\" align=\"center\"\u003e [Instagram](https://github.com/StellarSand/privacy-settings/blob/main/Privacy%20Settings/Instagram.md)\n- \u003cimg src=\"icons/linkedin.png\" width=\"20\" align=\"center\"\u003e [LinkedIn](https://github.com/StellarSand/privacy-settings/blob/main/Privacy%20Settings/LinkedIn.md)\n- \u003cimg src=\"icons/logitech.png\" width=\"20\" align=\"center\"\u003e [Logi Options+](https://github.com/StellarSand/privacy-settings/blob/main/Privacy%20Settings/Logi-Options%2B.md)\n- \u003cimg src=\"icons/logitech.png\" width=\"20\" align=\"center\"\u003e [Logitech Options](https://github.com/StellarSand/privacy-settings/blob/main/Privacy%20Settings/Logitech-Options.md)\n- \u003cimg src=\"icons/macos_sequoia.png\" width=\"20\" align=\"center\"\u003e [MacOS Sequoia](https://github.com/StellarSand/privacy-settings/blob/main/Privacy%20Settings/MacOS-Sequoia.md)\n- \u003cimg src=\"icons/microsoft_365.svg\" width=\"20\" align=\"center\"\u003e [Microsoft 365/Office](https://github.com/StellarSand/privacy-settings/blob/main/Privacy%20Settings/Microsoft-365.md)\n- \u003cimg src=\"icons/microsoft_edge.png\" width=\"20\" align=\"center\"\u003e [Microsoft Edge Desktop](https://github.com/StellarSand/privacy-settings/blob/main/Privacy%20Settings/Microsoft-Edge.md)\n- \u003cimg src=\"icons/microsoft_edge.png\" width=\"20\" align=\"center\"\u003e [Microsoft Edge Mobile](https://github.com/StellarSand/privacy-settings/blob/main/Privacy%20Settings/Microsoft-Edge-Mobile.md)\n- \u003cimg src=\"icons/proton_mail.svg\" width=\"20\" align=\"center\"\u003e [Proton Mail](https://github.com/StellarSand/privacy-settings/blob/main/Privacy%20Settings/Proton-Mail.md)\n- \u003cimg src=\"icons/reddit.png\" width=\"20\" align=\"center\"\u003e [Reddit](https://github.com/StellarSand/privacy-settings/blob/main/Privacy%20Settings/Reddit.md)\n- \u003cimg src=\"icons/signal.png\" width=\"20\" align=\"center\"\u003e [Signal](https://github.com/StellarSand/privacy-settings/blob/main/Privacy%20Settings/Signal.md)\n- \u003cimg src=\"icons/spotify.png\" width=\"20\" align=\"center\"\u003e [Spotify](https://github.com/StellarSand/privacy-settings/blob/main/Privacy%20Settings/Spotify.md)\n- \u003cimg src=\"icons/startpage_search.png\" width=\"20\" align=\"center\"\u003e [Startpage Search](https://github.com/StellarSand/privacy-settings/blob/main/Privacy%20Settings/Startpage-Search.md)\n- \u003cimg src=\"icons/telegram.png\" width=\"20\" align=\"center\"\u003e [Telegram](https://github.com/StellarSand/privacy-settings/blob/main/Privacy%20Settings/Telegram.md)\n- \u003cimg src=\"icons/tuta_mail.svg\" width=\"20\" align=\"center\"\u003e [Tuta Mail](https://github.com/StellarSand/privacy-settings/blob/main/Privacy%20Settings/Tuta-Mail.md)\n- \u003cimg src=\"icons/vscode.png\" width=\"20\" align=\"center\"\u003e [Visual Studio Code](https://github.com/StellarSand/privacy-settings/blob/main/Privacy%20Settings/Visual-Studio-Code.md)\n- \u003cimg src=\"icons/vivaldi.png\" width=\"20\" align=\"center\"\u003e [Vivaldi Desktop](https://github.com/StellarSand/privacy-settings/blob/main/Privacy%20Settings/Vivaldi.md)\n- \u003cimg src=\"icons/vivaldi.png\" width=\"20\" align=\"center\"\u003e [Vivaldi Mobile](https://github.com/StellarSand/privacy-settings/blob/main/Privacy%20Settings/Vivaldi-Mobile.md)\n- \u003cimg src=\"icons/whatsapp.png\" width=\"20\" align=\"center\"\u003e [WhatsApp](https://github.com/StellarSand/privacy-settings/blob/main/Privacy%20Settings/WhatsApp.md)\n- \u003cimg src=\"icons/windows_10.svg\" width=\"20\" align=\"center\"\u003e [Windows 10](https://github.com/StellarSand/privacy-settings/blob/main/Privacy%20Settings/Windows-10.md)\n- \u003cimg src=\"icons/windows_11.svg\" width=\"20\" align=\"center\"\u003e [Windows 11](https://github.com/StellarSand/privacy-settings/blob/main/Privacy%20Settings/Windows-11.md)\n- \u003cimg src=\"icons/twitter.png\" width=\"20\" align=\"center\"\u003e [X (Twitter)](https://github.com/StellarSand/privacy-settings/blob/main/Privacy%20Settings/Twitter.md)\n- \u003cimg src=\"icons/youtube.png\" width=\"20\" align=\"center\"\u003e [YouTube](https://github.com/StellarSand/privacy-settings/blob/main/Privacy%20Settings/YouTube.md)\n- \u003cimg src=\"icons/zoom.png\" width=\"20\" align=\"center\"\u003e [Zoom](https://github.com/StellarSand/privacy-settings/blob/main/Privacy%20Settings/Zoom.md)\n\n\n\n## Extension Settings\n\u003cimg src=\"icons/ublock.svg\" width=\"20\" align=\"center\"\u003e [uBlock Origin](https://github.com/StellarSand/privacy-settings/blob/main/Extensions%20Settings/uBlock-Origin.md)\n\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n  \u003csummary\u003e\u003cb\u003eDownload uBlock Origin\u003c/b\u003e\u003c/summary\u003e \n  \n  - [Google Chrome/Chromium based browsers (Desktop)](https://chrome.google.com/webstore/detail/ublock-origin/cjpalhdlnbpafiamejdnhcphjbkeiagm)\n  - [Firefox Desktop](https://addons.mozilla.org/en-US/firefox/addon/ublock-origin/) (for `Firefox Mobile` \u0026 `Fennec` check in `Settings` \u003e `Extensions`)\n  - [Microsoft Edge Desktop](https://microsoftedge.microsoft.com/addons/detail/ublock-origin/odfafepnkmbhccpbejgmiehpchacaeak)\n\u003c/details\u003e\n\n\n\n## Changelog\nAll notable changes are accounted in the [changelog](https://github.com/StellarSand/privacy-settings/blob/main/CHANGELOG.md).\n\n\n\n## FAQs\n\n#### Will following the settings mentioned here ensure complete privacy?\nFollowing these settings can significantly minimize data collection and tracking by the mentioned services/software, but absolute privacy and security on the internet are difficult to achieve. Even with these settings, there may still be some level of data collection or tracking. It is advisable to explore and utilize privacy-respecting alternatives whenever possible for enhanced privacy.\n\n#### Why are privacy invading services like Facebook, Google, Zoom etc. mentioned here if this repo is focused on privacy?\nAlthough the aim of this repo is to promote privacy, there may be instances where the use of privacy-invading services/software is necessary. For example, using Zoom for work meetings or a social media platform for business purposes. The goal here is to minimize data collection and enhance digital privacy as much as possible, even when using privacy-invading services/software. However, it is highly encouraged to explore and adopt better privacy-respecting alternatives whenever available and suitable for your needs.\n\n#### The settings for a particular software/service was updated months ago, when will it be updated according to latest version?\nSettings don't always require updates with every new version. They will only be updated if there are significant changes.\n\u003cbr\u003eCheck out the [changelog](https://github.com/StellarSand/privacy-settings/blob/main/CHANGELOG.md) for all the changes.\n\n\n\n## Privacy Best Practices\n- Create [strong passwords](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Password_strength) (preferably 10+ characters with a mix of letters, numbers, and special characters).\n- Avoid reusing passwords.\n- Utilize a [password manager](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Password_manager) to generate and securely store unique passwords.\n- Enable [multi-factor authentication](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Multi-factor_authentication) for added security.\n- Opt for privacy respecting alternatives for search engines, browsers, emails etc.\n- Utilize [End-to-End Encrypted (E2EE)](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/End-to-end_encryption) messaging services.\n- Follow the privacy settings recommended here.\n- Keep your apps and operating system updated.\n- Encrypt your devices for enhanced security.\n- Perform regular backups of your data.\n- Use open-source software and apps whenever possible (open-source doesn't always necessarily mean secure).\n- Regularly review and revoke unnecessary permissions for software and apps.\n- Share information sparingly \u0026 only provide what is necessary.\n- Consider using false information when appropriate (Never provide false information to legal entities, law enforcement, medical professionals, banks, etc.).\n- Educate others and raise awareness about digital privacy. Spread the word!\n\n\n\n## Additional Resources\nFor better privacy respecting alternatives, reviews and more information, check out:\n\n#### Recommendations, alternatives \u0026 reviews\n- [Privacy Guides](https://www.privacyguides.org)\n- [Techlore Resources](https://www.techlore.tech/resources#all-resources)\n- [PRISM Break](https://prism-break.org/)\n- [Awesome Privacy](https://github.com/pluja/awesome-privacy)\n- [Privacy Respecting](https://github.com/nikitavoloboev/privacy-respecting)\n\n#### Privacy news, blogs, guides \u0026 more\n- [EFF](https://www.eff.org/)\n- Mozilla: [Privacy \u0026 Security](https://blog.mozilla.org/en/category/privacy-security/), [Privacy Not Included](https://foundation.mozilla.org/en/privacynotincluded/)\n- [Spread Privacy](https://spreadprivacy.com/)\n- [Proton - Privacy guides](https://proton.me/blog/privacy-guides)\n- Techlore: [Website](https://www.techlore.tech), [GitHub](https://github.com/techlore), [YouTube](https://www.youtube.com/@techlore/videos)\n- [Naomi Brockwell - YouTube](https://www.youtube.com/@NaomiBrockwellTV/videos)\n- The New Oil: [Website](https://thenewoil.org/), [YouTube](https://www.youtube.com/@TheNewOil/videos)\n- [The Hitchhiker’s Guide to Online Anonymity](https://anonymousplanet.org/guide.html)\n- [The Data Detox Kit](https://datadetoxkit.org)\n- [Personal security checklist](https://digital-defense.io/)\n- [Security in a Box](https://securityinabox.org/)\n- [CR Security Planner](https://securityplanner.consumerreports.org/)\n- [National Cybersecurity Alliance - Stay Safe Online](https://staysafeonline.org/stay-safe-online/)\n- [Zebra Crossing: An easy-to-use digital safety checklist](https://github.com/narwhalacademy/zebra-crossing)\n- TechCrunch: [Privacy](https://techcrunch.com/category/privacy/), [Security](https://techcrunch.com/category/security/)\n- [XDA - Privacy](https://www.xda-developers.com/tag/privacy/)\n- [TechRadar - Cyber Security](https://www.techradar.com/computing/computing-security/cyber-security)\n- [IVPN Privacy Guides](https://www.ivpn.net/privacy-guides/)\n- [Bitwarden - Security Tips](https://bitwarden.com/blog/#tag:security-tips)\n- [r/privacy](https://www.reddit.com/r/privacy/)\n- [Fossbytes - Security](https://fossbytes.com/category/security/)\n- [Access Now Blog](https://www.accessnow.org/blog/)\n- [Bleeping Computer](https://www.bleepingcomputer.com/)\n- [The Hacker News](https://thehackernews.com/)\n\n\n\n## Contributing\nIf you want to help out with the project, here are some ideas:\n\n- iOS/macOS privacy settings.\n- Suggest new services/software or help improve the existing ones.\n- Translate it to your own language.\n\nPull requests can be submitted [here](https://github.com/StellarSand/privacy-settings/pulls).\n\n\n\n## Credits\n- [Contributors](https://github.com/StellarSand/privacy-settings/graphs/contributors) for making this project better.\n\n\n\n## License\nThis project is licensed under the terms of [MIT License](https://github.com/StellarSand/privacy-settings/blob/main/LICENSE), except for the icons which are owned by their respective trademark holders and are subject to their own licenses.\n","project_url":"https://awesome.ecosyste.ms/api/v1/projects/github.com%2Fstellarsand%2Fprivacy-settings","html_url":"https://awesome.ecosyste.ms/projects/github.com%2Fstellarsand%2Fprivacy-settings","lists_url":"https://awesome.ecosyste.ms/api/v1/projects/github.com%2Fstellarsand%2Fprivacy-settings/lists"}