In this special episode of Critical Defiance, Neils and Turbo merge their March 24th discussion on internet privacy with new insights to equip listeners with a comprehensive guide to online security.

Topics covered include data harvesting, mining, and aggregation, the importance of secure communications with VPNs and encrypted messaging, and practical steps to safeguard your digital footprint. They delve into everything from browser settings and social media privacy to protecting everyday carry devices and gaming consoles.

This episode is a must-listen for anyone looking to take control of their digital privacy in today’s surveillance-driven world.

00:00 Data Defiance: Taking Back Your Internet Privacy

02:14 Part One

02:55 Privacy Basics

09:25 Passwords and Two-Factor Authentication

12:07 Secure Communications

17:34 Part Two

18:07 Browsing, Searching, & VPNs

18:42 VPNs

22:04 Social Media

24:17 Phones & Portable Devices

32:09 Gaming

34:11 Voice Assistants

35:09 Automotive Computer Systems

Links & Resources

* Tools from EFF’s Tech Team | Electronic Frontier Foundation

* Internet Privacy | American Civil Liberties Union

* Choosing the VPN That’s Right for You | Surveillance Self-Defense (EFF)

* Proton: Privacy by default – Mail, VPN, Calendar, Password Manager & more

* StartMail: Private, Secure and Encrypted Email

* Bitwarden: Password Manager for Business, Enterprise & Personal

* DuckDuckGo – Protection. Privacy. Peace of mind

* Signal Messenger

* Wire – Collaborate without Compromise

Main Image by succo from Pixabay

Chapters

• (00:00:00 ) - Special Episode 8: Internet Privacy
• (00:02:55 ) - What is Data Harvesting and Privacy?
• (00:05:00 ) - What is Data Mining and Harvesting?
• (00:07:16 ) - How to Prevent Hackers From Stealing Your Passwords
• (00:12:25 ) - Is Encryption Safeguard Communication?
• (00:16:10 ) - How to Make Your Online Life More Secure
• (00:18:04 ) - What Is a VPN?
• (00:20:35 ) - How to Protect Yourself From Search Advertising
• (00:21:55 ) - Social Media: Do You Need To Share?
• (00:24:10 ) - How to Lock Down Your Smartphone
• (00:25:30 ) - Find My Phone and Siri: Your Location
• (00:27:52 ) - Optional Data and Diagnostic Data in Settings
• (00:29:55 ) - Scammer's Mobile Phishing
• (00:32:02 ) - How Privacy Is Affecting Video Games
• (00:34:04 ) - Are Your Cars More Vulnerable Than Your Phone?
• (00:37:05 ) - Critical Defiance: Special Episode 3