Privacy Tools
Essential tools and platforms that protect your privacy and support creative freedom online.
VPN Services
Virtual Private Networks help protect your privacy and bypass geographic restrictions.
Mullvad VPN
Anonymous account creation, no-logs policy, accepts cryptocurrency. Based in Sweden with strong privacy laws.
IVPN
Privacy-focused VPN with anonymous sign-up and cryptocurrency payments. Undergoes regular security audits.
Proton VPN
Swiss-based VPN from the makers of ProtonMail. Offers free tier and paid plans with advanced features.
Alternative Creator Platforms
Platforms that support creator freedom and resist payment processor censorship.
SubscribeStar
Creator subscription platform that explicitly supports artistic freedom and adult content creators.
Ko-fi
Simple platform for receiving tips and selling digital content with reasonable content policies.
Fanbox (Pixiv)
Japanese platform by Pixiv specifically designed for artists, with more relaxed content policies.
Booth (Pixiv)
Digital marketplace by Pixiv for selling digital art, games, and other creative content.
Privacy-Focused Browsers
Browsers that protect your privacy and resist tracking.
Tor Browser
The gold standard for anonymous browsing. Routes traffic through multiple servers to hide your identity.
Firefox
Open-source browser with strong privacy features and resistance to tracking. Highly customizable.
Brave Browser
Chromium-based browser with built-in ad blocking and privacy features. Blocks trackers by default.
Secure Communication
Messaging and communication tools that protect your privacy.
Signal
End-to-end encrypted messaging app recommended by security experts worldwide.
Element (Matrix)
Decentralized chat platform based on the Matrix protocol. No single point of control.
Threema
Swiss-made messaging app that doesn't require a phone number. Stores minimal data.
Cryptocurrency & Anonymous Payments
Payment methods that protect financial privacy and support censorship-resistant transactions.
Monero (XMR)
Privacy-focused cryptocurrency that hides transaction amounts, sender, and recipient information.
Bitcoin (Lightning)
Lightning Network enables fast, cheap Bitcoin transactions with enhanced privacy features.
Zcash (ZEC)
Cryptocurrency with optional privacy features through shielded transactions.
🛡️ Privacy Setup Checklist
Follow this step-by-step guide to protect your digital privacy and support creator freedom. Check off items as you complete them.
🌐 Essential Privacy
💬 Secure Communication
💰 Financial Privacy
🔒 Advanced Security
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🛡️ Security Best Practices
Use Different Passwords
Never reuse passwords across sites. Use a password manager like Bitwarden or KeePass to generate and store unique passwords.
Enable Two-Factor Authentication
Use 2FA on all accounts when possible. Prefer authenticator apps over SMS. Consider hardware keys for maximum security.
Keep Software Updated
Regular updates patch security vulnerabilities. Enable automatic updates for operating systems and browsers.
Verify Everything
Always download software from official sources. Verify checksums and signatures when available.
Protect Your Digital Freedom
Start with the Basics
Begin with a VPN and privacy-focused browser to protect your browsing and access restricted content.
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