Security
The Privacy and Security Risks of Shortened URLs
Shortened URLs trade a tidy message for hidden destinations, third-party tracking and links that can be repointed at malware. Check one before you click.
Privacy
Ranking the Best and Worst Encrypted Messaging Apps.
SMS is broken, the US government says switch to Signal, and not every 'encrypted' app is what it claims. Seven messaging apps ranked worst to best — plus why the app you pick is only half the decision.
Privacy
What Is a Digital Footprint and How to Take Control of Yours
Your digital footprint is the trail of personal data you leave behind whenever you use the internet. From social media posts to online purchases, browser history to location tracking, nearly everything you do online contributes to your digital footprint. What Exactly Is a Digital Footprint? A digital footprint, also referred
Privacy
iOS VPN Bypass: Why Apple Services Route Around Your VPN
If you're running a VPN on your iPhone expecting all traffic to route through the tunnel, some of it isn't. Apple services — including Apple Push Notification Service (APNs), Apple Maps, and others — bypass VPN connections on iOS. Security researchers have documented this across multiple iOS versions
Privacy
The Best Anonymous VPN Services
The best VPN for privacy in 2026, cutting through the marketing — only audited, court-tested, no-logs providers. Plus, why the Kape-owned brands didn't make it.
Guides
Set up and configure custom DNS using NextDNS
NextDNS lets you apply DNS filtering to configured devices without maintaining your own DNS server. This guide explains how to set up a profile, choose filtering and logging settings, connect Android and desktop Chrome, and verify that blocked domains are reaching the correct profile. Key takeaways * NextDNS filters DNS for
Guides
DNS Privacy: Ensuring Security and Confidentiality in Your Online Activities
In the current age of technology, where preserving one’s online privacy and security is of paramount importance, it is essential to ensure the confidentiality of your online activities. While many aspects of online privacy are widely discussed, DNS privacy is an often-overlooked area that deserves attention. The Domain
Privacy
Introducing Mullvad Leta: The Privacy-Focused Search Engine
In today’s digital world, online privacy has become a growing concern for internet users. With the increasing number of data breaches and privacy infringements, individuals are seeking ways to protect their personal information while browsing the web. While a VPN can provide some level of security, it’s not
Privacy
How to Find Out What Data Apps Collect and Stop Them from Tracking You
Every app on your phone is collecting something. The question is what, and whether you can do anything about it. Since 2022, both Apple and Google have made this easier to check — though with some important caveats about how much you can actually trust what they tell you. Here'
Privacy
Google Topics Is Retired: What Actually Changed
Chrome never blocked third-party cookies, and Google retired the Topics API in October 2025. Here is what changed, and what still matters.
Privacy
Cloud Storage and Privacy: What You Need to Know Before You Upload Your Files
Cloud storage has revolutionized the way we store and access data, providing us with the convenience of accessing our files from anywhere with an internet connection. However, with convenience comes the potential for risks, particularly when it comes to privacy. It’s crucial to understand the implications of uploading files
Privacy
Examining Microsoft Office 365's Data Collection Practices
In recent years, privacy concerns have come to the forefront of many people’s minds. One of the areas that have sparked concern is the data collection practices of popular office suites, specifically Microsoft’s Office Suite. In this blog, we will take a closer look at the privacy concerns