Top Private Search Engines you should use if Privacy matters to you

Google and Bing are the most popular search engines on the internet. They are very accurate and powerful, but then nothing is free. Just like any other website, search engines keep a tab on you. Whatever you search, you visit, […]

Turn off Advertising ID to disable Targeted Ads in Windows 10

Microsoft hooks up every computer running Windows 10 with an Advertising ID. This helps them to provide them with relevant ads. These advertisements are delivered to the user in the Action Center, Start Menu, as well as the advertisements inside […]

Private Win10 is an Advanced Windows 10 Privacy Tool

Privacy is important. Windows offers a dedicated section for this. Here you can configure what data Windows and other apps can access. However, if you wish to control even more, and looking for a simple interface, today we have PrivateWin10. This […]

W10Privacy lets you Turn off Windows 10 Privacy Settings

With a lot of data leaks and revelations happening, everyone is concerned about their privacy. And whatever device you use, having proper settings to ensure maximum privacy is a must. This post talks about freeware for Windows that lets you […]

How to block ad choices on eBay

After revelations that IT companies like Facebook and Google were sharing user information with third-party companies to customize advertisements, people offended and protested against the deception. Since then, most IT companies have vowed not to disclose confidential information and seek […]

What is Digital Sovereignty? Who owns your Online Personal Data?

At the core of Digital Sovereignty are the attempts to let the end users keep authority over their personal data. That is what the European Union says. Digital Sovereignty can be roughly defined as follows: Digital sovereignty is the question […]

What is the WaitList.dat file in Windows 10?

Windows ecosystem was one of the earliest platforms to have embraced touch support. With the release of ‘Metro’ interface, an increasing number of Windows devices including Microsoft Surface Pro/Book, convertible laptops and tablets started adapting to this environment readily. However, […]

How to disable Privacy Settings Experience at sign-in in Windows 10

When you create a new account in Windows 10, it comes up with options related to privacy. For example, you will see the option to enable or disable Speech recognition, Location service, Find my device, Inking & typing, and so […]

Best Tor alternatives for anonymous browsing

In the unreliable world of the internet, online privacy is a major concern these days where users are constantly dependent on the internet. The internet is so vulnerable to security attacks that, it is easy to track one’s identity including […]

WPD Privacy Dashboard: Configure Windows 10 privacy settings from one place

Privacy is the most talked and searched keyword these days. While more and more users are getting aware of their online presence, the term privacy is gathering more attention. Everyone is looking for privacy on their computer, phones or any […]

What is GDPR – Summary of GDPR, Compliance and other details

You might have received many emails from different websites saying they updated their privacy policy. It was due to the implementation of GDPR. Many websites also used popups to indicate that they were complying with the General Data Protection Regulation of […]

Trace offers excellent Tracking protection for Chrome and Firefox

Privacy is the most looked feature in web browsers by modern internet users. Most of the website track you online to provide you relevant suggestions on products that you can buy. Not just that, your information can be used to […]

Clear Cloud Data of Cortana in Windows 10

Delete and Remove all Personal Data from Cortana on Windows 10

Cortana is the defacto personal assistant Windows 10 comes with, and its used for many things apart from using it for search. That said, Microsoft also collects data from Cortana to improve the user experience. It includes voice, interests, and […]

Privacy Possum for Firefox & Chrome blocks common commercial tracking methods

Today, we are talking about another plugin for your browser which can make sure that you are not tracked across the internet. It is easy to figure out if you are being tracked. If you get to see similar advertisements […]

Privacy Badger helps you avoid being Tracked on the Internet

Advertisements are one of the major factors which drive the internet. It helps publishers & websites make money as they provide great content free to the visitors. What gets annoying about these is when they track you everywhere. If you […]

Manage Windows Privacy Permissions on Windows 10

Typically, whenever we set up a new device, we configure Windows settings. However, they need to be modified from time to time. Interestingly, Windows 10 v1803 makes it easier than before while adding more options for privacy. These options have […]

Avira Privacy Pal will remove digital traces and help maintain digital privacy

As more and more services are going online, it has become essential to maintain online privacy. While you use more and more applications on your computer, there are increased chances of getting your personal information exposed. There are quite a […]

Use Freegate anti-censorship software to bypass internet censorship & browse freely

The Internet has blended into our lifestyles so well that we take it for granted. Most of us use a series of gadgets that make use of the internet for various needs. With the advent of social media and live […]

Configure Firefox Quantum browser to disable telemetry and data collection

In our earlier post on how to manage Windows 10 Telemetry and Data Collection settings, we have seen how to configure and turn off or disable Windows 10 Telemetry & Data Collection for the entire system or for individual components […]

Data Detox from Mozilla lets you live a Balanced Digital Lifestyle

Detoxification is important, be it your body or your digital accounts. Purposely or not, we often create so many accounts on various websites, leave our credentials there and forget. We hardly remember those less important accounts we have made over […]

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