Guides
Privacy
What apps and services actually do with your data, and how to protect yourself without sacrificing usability.
A VPN is a curtain, not a shield
A VPN hides your IP address. That is all. If you log into Google, use the same browser, accept cookies — those services know exactly who you are. The curtain does not help if you open the door yourself.
WhatsApp and privacy: what the lock actually protects
WhatsApp encrypts your messages end-to-end. That is true. But the encryption only protects the content — not who you call, when, how often, and where you are. The full story.
Smart TV privacy: what is ACR and how do you turn it off?
Your smart TV takes a screenshot every few seconds of what you're watching and sends it to the manufacturer. We explain what ACR is, why it exists, and how to stop it.