NextDNS acts as a custom DNS service that blocks ads, trackers, and malicious sites at the network
level.
How to use:
Go to nextdns.io and create a free account
Customize your blocking settings and privacy preferences
Follow setup instructions for your device (Android, iOS, Windows, etc.)
Save your config ID and apply it in your device’s DNS settings
Brave is a fast, privacy-first browser that blocks ads, trackers, and fingerprinting by default.
How to use:
Install Brave on your device
Set it as your default browser
Use the shield icon to control privacy settings
For extra anonymity, use “Private Window with Tor”
Startpage delivers Google search results without tracking you. It doesn't store IP addresses, search
history, or personal data.
How to use:
Go to Startpage.com
Set it as your default search engine in your browser
Use it like Google — same results, but private
Signal is a secure messaging app that uses end-to-end encryption to keep your
conversations private.
How to use:
Download and install Signal from your app store
Register using your phone number
Invite your contacts to use Signal for encrypted messaging
Use disappearing messages for added privacy
Official website: https://signal.org/
Linux Mint is a user-friendly, privacy-respecting operating system based on
Ubuntu. It’s ideal for everyday use, offering a familiar interface and strong community support.
How to use:
Download the Linux Mint ISO from the official website
Create a bootable USB using tools like Rufus or BalenaEtcher
Boot into the USB and follow the installation steps
Install necessary drivers and software via the Software Manager
Official website: https://linuxmint.com/
Ubuntu is a widely-used Linux-based operating system that is user-friendly and
suitable for everyday tasks, while offering improved privacy over traditional commercial OSes.
How to use:
Download the Ubuntu ISO from the official website
Create a bootable USB using tools like Rufus or BalenaEtcher
Boot from the USB and install Ubuntu on your system
Use the Ubuntu Software Center to install apps
Regularly update your system for latest security patches
Official website: https://ubuntu.com/
Tails is a security-focused, portable operating system designed to protect
privacy and anonymity.
Purpose:
Runs from a USB stick or DVD without leaving traces on the device
Routes internet traffic through the Tor network
Includes pre-configured apps for secure communication (email, messaging, file encryption)
Note:
Tails is not intended for daily use
It's designed for journalists, activists, or anyone needing strong anonymity
No persistent storage unless manually enabled
VSCodium is a privacy-respecting, open-source version of Visual Studio
Code.
How to use:
Download from the official site
Install like any other code editor
Works with most VS Code extensions
Note:
No telemetry or Microsoft tracking
Lightweight, customizable, and developer-friendly
Proton Mail is an end-to-end encrypted email service based in
Switzerland.
How to use:
Go to the official site and create a free account
Use the web interface or Proton Mail apps
Send encrypted emails to other Proton users by default
Note:
No ads, no tracking
Open-source and protected by strong privacy laws
Supports custom domains and aliases in paid plans
A no-logs VPN developed by CERN scientists, offering strong privacy, Swiss
jurisdiction, and secure core servers.
How to use:
Download the app on your device
Sign up for an account
Connect to any server to encrypt your internet traffic
Decentralized, zero-knowledge cloud storage with encrypted file sharing and no
tracking.
How to use:
Create an account
Upload and sync files securely
Access files from any device
An open-source, offline password manager. All passwords stored locally with full
user control.
How to use:
Download the KeePassXC app
Create a secure password database
Use strong passwords without syncing to the cloud
Privacy-respecting offline maps and GPS navigation built on OpenStreetMap
data.
How to use:
Install the app on mobile
Download maps for your region
Navigate offline without location tracking
Fully anonymous messenger with no phone number or email required, routing
messages via decentralized networks.
How to use:
Install the app
Generate your Session ID
Chat without exposing metadata
A privacy-first, end-to-end encrypted online office suite for documents,
spreadsheets, and collaboration.
How to use:
Go to CryptPad site
Use without creating an account (or sign up for syncing)
All content is encrypted and stored anonymously
A privacy-respecting front-end for YouTube that blocks ads and trackers.
How to use:
Visit any public Invidious instance
Search and watch YouTube videos anonymously
No login or YouTube tracking required
A secure, encrypted note-taking app with cross-platform syncing and a long-term
privacy mission.
How to use:
Create a free account
All notes are encrypted end-to-end
Works on all platforms including web and mobile