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-The **Guides and Tools for Privacy Activists** project from [*Privacy Guides*](../about.md) offers a new way to empower the digital rights community.
+The **Guides and Tools for Privacy Activists** project from [*Privacy Guides*](../about/_index.md) offers a new way to empower the digital rights community.

 This section contains information to help you become a better defender of privacy rights, both for individuals and organizations.

@@ -18,7 +18,7 @@ This section contains information to help you become a better defender of privac

 Fighting to improve our privacy cannot *only* be a matter of individual protections.

-When [regulations keep attacking](https://www.privacyguides.org/articles/2025/09/08/chat-control-must-be-stopped/) the tools and services we rely on to protect our personal information, when corporations [exploit our data](../basics/common-threats.md/#surveillance-as-a-business-model) more aggressively every day, and when platforms exponentially [erode online pseudonymity](https://www.privacyguides.org/articles/2025/10/15/real-name-policies/), we must broaden our reach to fight for our rights.
+When [regulations keep attacking](https://www.privacyguides.org/articles/2025/09/08/chat-control-must-be-stopped/) the tools and services we rely on to protect our personal information, when corporations [exploit our data](../wiki/basics/common-threats/_index.md#surveillance-as-a-business-model) more aggressively every day, and when platforms exponentially [erode online pseudonymity](https://www.privacyguides.org/articles/2025/10/15/real-name-policies/), we must broaden our reach to fight for our rights.

 ==For privacy to become a valued and respected human right, we must work together== to defend privacy rights as a community.

@@ -26,7 +26,7 @@ This section will progressively grow with more tools to support the community in

 <div class="toolbox-button-grid" markdown>

-[:fontawesome-solid-toolbox:{ .toolbox-button-icon } Privacy Activist Toolbox](toolbox/index.md){ .toolbox-button .toolbox-bg }
+[:fontawesome-solid-toolbox:{ .toolbox-button-icon } Privacy Activist Toolbox](toolbox/_index.md){ .toolbox-button .toolbox-bg }

 [:fontawesome-solid-address-card:{ .toolbox-button-icon } DPA Directory](legal/dpa-directory.md){ .toolbox-button .dpadirectory-bg }

@@ -114,7 +114,7 @@ With that in mind, here are some green flags you can keep in mind when evaluatin

 ## More resources

- [Tool recommendations vetted by our community (*Privacy Guides*)](../../tools.md)
+- [Tool recommendations vetted by our community (*Privacy Guides*)](../../tools/_index.md)

 - [Extensive guide on how to evaluate better privacy tools and organizations (*Privacy Guides*)](https://www.privacyguides.org/articles/2025/09/03/red-and-green-privacy-flags/)

@@ -8,7 +8,7 @@ Everyone has different needs, and everyone faces different dangers when their pe

 To give actionable privacy advices and recommendations, it's essential to **keep in mind everyone's situation**. There isn't a one-size-fits-all approach when it comes to data privacy.

-Here's how you can get better at evaluating each person's unique [*threat model*](../../basics/threat-modeling.md):
+Here's how you can get better at evaluating each person's unique [*threat model*](../../wiki/basics/threat-modeling/_index.md):

 ## What is a threat model?

@@ -70,6 +70,6 @@ To be a good privacy advocate is to provide information and support when needed.

 ## More resources

- [More detailed information on threat modeling (*Privacy Guides*)](../../basics/threat-modeling.md)
+- [More detailed information on threat modeling (*Privacy Guides*)](../../wiki/basics/threat-modeling/_index.md)

- [Examples of common threats (*Privacy Guides*)](../../basics/common-threats.md)
+- [Examples of common threats (*Privacy Guides*)](../../wiki/basics/common-threats/_index.md)
@@ -12,7 +12,7 @@ Here's what to keep in mind to **expand your perspective on data privacy** beyon

 While it might feel easier to focus on our own needs, nobody lives in a vacuum. Even if you were able to somehow protect all the data you have custody of, there is a lot of data about you that isn't under your control, and a lot of data about *others* that impact you.

-Moreover, it's important to consider others in different situations. For example, even if everyone who has access to a [VPN](../../vpn.md) service can stay protected from a particular issue, what about all the others? It's neither practical nor realistic to expect that *everyone* would be able to circumvent a problem by using a VPN.
+Moreover, it's important to consider others in different situations. For example, even if everyone who has access to a [VPN](../../tools/services/vpn/_index.md) service can stay protected from a particular issue, what about all the others? It's neither practical nor realistic to expect that *everyone* would be able to circumvent a problem by using a VPN.

 While in some cases we might want to discuss immediate individual solutions in order to mitigate some harm, we must also attack the root cause of the problem.

@@ -4,7 +4,7 @@ description: Once you have the knowledge, motivation, and energy to fight for pr
 icon: fontawesome/solid/bullhorn
 cover: activism/banner-toolbox-tip-engage.webp
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-Once you have the knowledge, motivation, and energy, **it's time to act**! Perhaps you've read all the tips here, or have read through our [Knowledge Base](../../basics/why-privacy-matters.md) already! But you don't need to know that much about privacy to start contributing.
+Once you have the knowledge, motivation, and energy, **it's time to act**! Perhaps you've read all the tips here, or have read through our [Knowledge Base](../../wiki/basics/why-privacy-matters/_index.md) already! But you don't need to know that much about privacy to start contributing.

 The most important part is that you care about privacy rights, and want to be part of the movement to defend them.

@@ -70,7 +70,7 @@ Here are some resources to help you learn more about this social network, and it

 - [What is the Fediverse and how it's interconnected (*Stefan Bohacek* project)](https://jointhefediverse.net)

- [Social network recommendations (*Privacy Guides*)](../../social-networks.md)
+- [Social network recommendations (*Privacy Guides*)](../../tools/software/social-networks/_index.md)

 - [Privacy and security on Mastodon (*Privacy Guides*)](https://www.privacyguides.org/articles/2025/07/15/mastodon-privacy-and-security/)

@@ -10,7 +10,7 @@ Here's how to get better at **considering the whole landscape**:

 ## The technology

-Technology plays a crucial role in how we protect our digital information. Most people are already familiar with the [tools and services](../../tools.md) we can use to better protect our privacy, and the ways technology can endanger our privacy rights. Technologies like encryption, for example, are essential in our connected world.
+Technology plays a crucial role in how we protect our digital information. Most people are already familiar with the [tools and services](../../tools/_index.md) we can use to better protect our privacy, and the ways technology can endanger our privacy rights. Technologies like encryption, for example, are essential in our connected world.

 But if we only consider the technological aspect, it will not be enough to defend our privacy rights. When we only think and talk about technical solutions, we are missing the bigger picture, and with it, the bigger solutions as well.

@@ -44,7 +44,7 @@ Here are a few examples:

 - [**Age Verification**](https://www.privacyguides.org/articles/2025/05/06/age-verification-wants-your-face/) regulations and proposals are growing around the world at a terrifying rate.

- [**Data Brokers**](../../data-broker-removals.md) are incessantly exploiting our data due to weak regulations.
+- [**Data Brokers**](../../tools/services/data-broker-removals/_index.md) are incessantly exploiting our data due to weak regulations.

 - [**Funding cuts**](https://www.privacyguides.org/articles/2025/02/03/the-future-of-privacy/) from new regulations have frequently impacted negatively the organizations and privacy tools we rely on.

@@ -14,7 +14,7 @@ In privacy, **diversity** is an incredible strength, a necessity even. When peop

 Having a broad perspective is essential to understand the scope and impact of privacy issues, as well as the actionable solutions for diverse situations.

-When people with different lived experiences and identities join our group, it expands our understanding of numerous [threat models](../../basics/threat-modeling.md), and allows us to adapt our message in ways that will be more inclusive.
+When people with different lived experiences and identities join our group, it expands our understanding of numerous [threat models](../../wiki/basics/threat-modeling/_index.md), and allows us to adapt our message in ways that will be more inclusive.

 When people from different localities join our group, this helps us to regionalize our content and communication to make it accessible to people all around the world, and expand our network. And when people with different mentalities join our group, it helps us to reach out to people with different ways of thinking more easily.

@@ -37,7 +37,7 @@ If your jurisdiction is protected by one or more privacy laws, it should be rela

 To start your research, you can look at [Privacy Guides' DPA Directory](../legal/dpa-directory.md) and check if your region is listed there. If it is, you will see what is the main consumer privacy law for this region, and you can click on the link to learn more about it.

-If your region isn't listed in our DPA Directory, or if you are looking for another more specific privacy-related law, you should be able to find this information online simply using a [trustworthy search engine](../../search-engines.md). Look for keywords with your location (be specific about country + states/provinces/region) and "privacy laws" or "data protection regulations."
+If your region isn't listed in our DPA Directory, or if you are looking for another more specific privacy-related law, you should be able to find this information online simply using a [trustworthy search engine](../../tools/services/search-engines/_index.md). Look for keywords with your location (be specific about country + states/provinces/region) and "privacy laws" or "data protection regulations."

 Always make sure to find a result that is from an official government source.

@@ -117,7 +117,7 @@ Here are a few privacy-focused tools and services that can help you to organize

 :page_with_curl: Use it as an alternative to Google Docs!

-[More info](../../document-collaboration.md#cryptpad){ .md-button .md-button--primary }
+[More info](../../tools/software/document-collaboration/_index.md#cryptpad){ .md-button .md-button--primary }
 [:octicons-home-16:](https://cryptpad.fr/){ .card-link title="Homepage" }
 [:octicons-feed-star-16:](https://www.privacyguides.org/articles/2025/02/07/cryptpad-review/){ .card-link title="Our CryptPad review" }

@@ -131,7 +131,7 @@ Here are a few privacy-focused tools and services that can help you to organize

 :speech_balloon: Use it as an [alternative](tip-improve-your-social-media-and-build-resilient-communities.md) to commercial social media such as *X*, *Facebook*, *Instagram*, *Threads*, *TikTok*, or *Bluesky*.

-[More info](../../social-networks.md#mastodon){ .md-button .md-button--primary }
+[More info](../../tools/software/social-networks/_index.md#mastodon){ .md-button .md-button--primary }
 [:octicons-home-16:](https://joinmastodon.org/){ .card-link title="Homepage" }
 [:octicons-feed-star-16:](https://www.privacyguides.org/articles/2025/07/15/mastodon-privacy-and-security/){ .card-link title="Notes on Mastodon Privacy & Security" }

@@ -145,7 +145,7 @@ Here are a few privacy-focused tools and services that can help you to organize

 :loudspeaker: Use it as a privacy-preserving alternative to *Slack* or *Discord*.

-[More info](../../social-networks.md#element){ .md-button .md-button--primary }
+[More info](../../tools/software/social-networks/_index.md#element){ .md-button .md-button--primary }
 [:octicons-home-16:](https://element.io/){ .card-link title="Homepage" }

 </div>
@@ -158,7 +158,7 @@ Here are a few privacy-focused tools and services that can help you to organize

 :video_camera: Use it to share videos with your community free from *YouTube*'s control.

-[:octicons-home-16: Homepage](../../social-networks.md#peertube){ .md-button .md-button--primary }
+[:octicons-home-16: Homepage](../../tools/software/social-networks/_index.md#peertube){ .md-button .md-button--primary }

 </div>

@@ -177,10 +177,10 @@ Here are a few privacy-focused tools and services that can help you to organize
 <details class="info emoji-list-b" markdown>
 <summary>More Alternatives &nbsp;📗</summary>

- **Maps & Navigation:** [Organic Maps](../../maps.md#organic-maps) or [OsmAnd](../../maps.md#osmand)
- **Calendar Sync:** [Tuta](../../calendar.md#tuta) or [Proton](../../calendar.md#proton-calendar)
- **Cloud Storage:** [Proton Drive](../../cloud.md#proton-drive), [Tresorit](../../cloud.md#tresorit), or [Peergos](../../cloud.md#peergos)
- **File Sharing:** [OnionShare](../../file-sharing.md#onionshare), [Send](../../file-sharing.md#send), or [Syncthing](../../file-sharing.md#syncthing-p2p)
+- **Maps & Navigation:** [Organic Maps](../../tools/software/maps/_index.md#organic-maps) or [OsmAnd](../../tools/software/maps/_index.md#osmand)
+- **Calendar Sync:** [Tuta](../../tools/services/calendar/_index.md#tuta) or [Proton](../../tools/services/calendar/_index.md#proton-calendar)
+- **Cloud Storage:** [Proton Drive](../../tools/services/cloud/_index.md#proton-drive), [Tresorit](../../tools/services/cloud/_index.md#tresorit), or [Peergos](../../tools/services/cloud/_index.md#peergos)
+- **File Sharing:** [OnionShare](../../tools/software/file-sharing/_index.md#onionshare), [Send](../../tools/software/file-sharing/_index.md#send), or [Syncthing](../../tools/software/file-sharing/_index.md#syncthing-p2p)

 More tools for community organization could include [LAUTI](https://lauti.org/) for community calendars, and [Mobilizon](https://mobilizon.org/) for events and groups. For more on better alternatives to use, you can check this [tip on why and how to migrate away from Big Tech](tip-migrate-outside-the-surveillance-ecosystem.md) for your privacy advocacy work.

@@ -210,4 +210,4 @@ More tools for community organization could include [LAUTI](https://lauti.org/)

 - [Campaign accelerator training (*Mobilisation Lab*)](https://mobilisationlab.org/training-coaching/campaign-accelerator-training/)

-<button class="toolbox-tip-button-next">[Go back to toolbox index :material-toolbox:](index.md)</button>
+<button class="toolbox-tip-button-next">[Go back to toolbox index :material-toolbox:](./_index.md)</button>
@@ -24,7 +24,7 @@ While using the most popular mainstream tools and platforms for our work might s

 <div class="emoji-list-a" markdown>

-1. The first drawback is that by using products that are antithetical to our values, we are directly participating in sustaining anti-privacy corporations and contributing to [surveillance capitalism](../../basics/common-threats.md/#surveillance-as-a-business-model).
+1. The first drawback is that by using products that are antithetical to our values, we are directly participating in sustaining anti-privacy corporations and contributing to [surveillance capitalism](../../wiki/basics/common-threats/_index.md#surveillance-as-a-business-model).

 2. The second drawback is that simply by using Big Tech tools, we are indirectly promoting the usage of services that are horrible for everyone's privacy.

@@ -47,7 +47,7 @@ While using the most popular mainstream tools and platforms for our work might s
 <div class="admonition question inline end" markdown>
 <p class="admonition-title">What is the best tool?</p>

-For each proposed alternative, you should always first consider your own [threat model](../../basics/threat-modeling.md). One tool might be ideal for one person or organization, but another tool might be better for another. Make sure to understand well your threat model in order to choose the tools that are the best for your unique situation.
+For each proposed alternative, you should always first consider your own [threat model](../../wiki/basics/threat-modeling/_index.md). One tool might be ideal for one person or organization, but another tool might be better for another. Make sure to understand well your threat model in order to choose the tools that are the best for your unique situation.

 </div>

@@ -73,11 +73,11 @@ Here's a list of alternative solutions you can start adopting to improve data pr

 <div class="emoji-list-b" markdown>

- **[Messaging communication](../../real-time-communication.md):** Move your text message communication, audio calls, and video calls to a secure messenger like Signal. Enable features like Signal's username option, and disappearing messages.
+- **[Messaging communication](../../tools/services/messengers/_index.md):** Move your text message communication, audio calls, and video calls to a secure messenger like Signal. Enable features like Signal's username option, and disappearing messages.

- **Sensitive messaging communication:** If your threat model requires a peer-to-peer solution that doesn't need a phone number and transits over the [Tor network](https://www.privacyguides.org/articles/2025/04/30/in-praise-of-tor/), you might want to use an application such as [Cwtch](https://docs.cwtch.im/) or [Briar](../../real-time-communication.md/#briar).
+- **Sensitive messaging communication:** If your threat model requires a peer-to-peer solution that doesn't need a phone number and transits over the [Tor network](https://www.privacyguides.org/articles/2025/04/30/in-praise-of-tor/), you might want to use an application such as [Cwtch](https://docs.cwtch.im/) or [Briar](../../tools/services/messengers/_index.md#briar).

- **[Email communication](../../email.md):** Migrate to a privacy-respectful email service that offers end-to-end encryption, such as Proton Mail or Tuta. Make sure to inform yourself about the limitations of email privacy when using email for sensitive communication.
+- **[Email communication](../../tools/services/email/_index.md):** Migrate to a privacy-respectful email service that offers end-to-end encryption, such as Proton Mail or Tuta. Make sure to inform yourself about the limitations of email privacy when using email for sensitive communication.

    <section class="admonition success inline end" markdown>
    <p class="admonition-title">Service providers disclosure and compatibility</p>
@@ -90,13 +90,13 @@ Here's a list of alternative solutions you can start adopting to improve data pr

    </section>

- **[Document storing and sharing](../../document-collaboration.md):** Move away from privacy-invasive Google products to store and share documents. Instead, use an end-to-end encrypted solution such as [CryptPad](https://www.privacyguides.org/articles/2025/02/07/cryptpad-review/) for your collaborative documents and forms. Proton Drive also offers collaborative documents with *Proton Docs* and *Sheets*.
+- **[Document storing and sharing](../../tools/software/document-collaboration/_index.md):** Move away from privacy-invasive Google products to store and share documents. Instead, use an end-to-end encrypted solution such as [CryptPad](https://www.privacyguides.org/articles/2025/02/07/cryptpad-review/) for your collaborative documents and forms. Proton Drive also offers collaborative documents with *Proton Docs* and *Sheets*.

- **[Storing files](../../cloud.md):** Choose an end-to-end encrypted cloud solution to store and share files. Always keep in mind that if a cloud service provider doesn't offer solid end-to-end encryption, then it can potentially access any of your stored files.
+- **[Storing files](../../tools/services/cloud/_index.md):** Choose an end-to-end encrypted cloud solution to store and share files. Always keep in mind that if a cloud service provider doesn't offer solid end-to-end encryption, then it can potentially access any of your stored files.

 - **Surveys:** Stop using products such as Google Forms to poll your community. Instead, choose a privacy-focused alternative such as [CryptPad Form](https://www.privacyguides.org/articles/2025/02/07/cryptpad-review/#form) or [Framaforms](https://framaforms.org/abc/en/).

- **[Online calendar](../../calendar.md):** Your online calendar can be an important source of sensitive data. Moreover, you might store other's people data in it, or use it to share event links with collaborators. It's essential to make sure to use a privacy-protecting solution for online and collaborative calendars.
+- **[Online calendar](../../tools/services/calendar/_index.md):** Your online calendar can be an important source of sensitive data. Moreover, you might store other's people data in it, or use it to share event links with collaborators. It's essential to make sure to use a privacy-protecting solution for online and collaborative calendars.

 - **Groups and events:** When organizing groups or events, be careful to choose platforms that are privacy-respectful and don't require participants to register personal information. Keep in mind that if you only use Facebook groups, you are contributing to people staying on a privacy-invasive platform. If you only use a closed Meetup group, you are demanding people create an account and share their sensitive data in order to join. Instead, use privacy-respectful platforms such as [Mobilizon](https://mobilizon.org/) or [LAUTI](https://lauti.org/) for groups and events, [Discourse](https://www.discourse.org/) for forums, or simply use your own website to advertise in-person events.

@@ -110,7 +110,7 @@ Here's a list of alternative solutions you can start adopting to improve data pr

 - **Availability:** Make sure you or your organization is reachable outside the Big Tech ecosystem. If your organization only has a Facebook page, then people without a Facebook account cannot reach out to you. The same is true for other commercial social media. Instead, try to rely on a website you control yourself, or a social network page you can host yourself.

- **[Social media](../../social-networks.md):** Move away from commercial social media platforms. Mainstream platforms are almost all abusing their users' data. By keeping an account there, you are indirectly encouraging your followers to stay there as well, perpetuating the platform's abuse.
+- **[Social media](../../tools/software/social-networks/_index.md):** Move away from commercial social media platforms. Mainstream platforms are almost all abusing their users' data. By keeping an account there, you are indirectly encouraging your followers to stay there as well, perpetuating the platform's abuse.

    While you may want to keep a minimal presence to advertise that you have now moved your activity to a more privacy-respectful platform, you should keep your engagement there to a minimum.

@@ -120,7 +120,7 @@ Here's a list of alternative solutions you can start adopting to improve data pr

 ## More resources

- [Alternatives to Big Tech that have been vetted by our community (*Privacy Guides*)](../../tools.md)
+- [Alternatives to Big Tech that have been vetted by our community (*Privacy Guides*)](../../tools/_index.md)

 - [Privacy-respecting European tech alternatives (*Privacy Guides*)](https://www.privacyguides.org/articles/2025/03/19/private-european-alternatives/)

@@ -70,7 +70,7 @@ There are many ways to refuse to participate in privacy-invasive practices and p

 ## More resources

- [*Privacy Guides* tools and services recommendations](../../tools.md)
+- [*Privacy Guides* tools and services recommendations](../../tools/_index.md)

 - [You can say NO (*Privacy Guides*)](https://www.privacyguides.org/articles/2025/06/17/you-can-say-no/)

@@ -46,7 +46,7 @@ Newcomers get confused when they receive competing new information. Confusion le

 Here are a few ideas to start building alliances within the privacy community:

- **Keep a list** of organizations and other privacy activists sharing your values. Mastodon's [list feature](https://fedi.tips/how-to-use-the-lists-feature-on-mastodon/) can be very helpful to build a social network feed for this. Using an [RSS feed reader](../../news-aggregators.md) is another great way to do this.
+- **Keep a list** of organizations and other privacy activists sharing your values. Mastodon's [list feature](https://fedi.tips/how-to-use-the-lists-feature-on-mastodon/) can be very helpful to build a social network feed for this. Using an [RSS feed reader](../../tools/software/news-aggregators/_index.md) is another great way to do this.

 - **Get familiar** with what your allies are working on. Think about ways their mission might be compatible with yours.

@@ -36,7 +36,7 @@ Kindness, patience, and compassion are the first steps to attract and retain new

 - **Start with the basics:** Depending on the context, do not neglect to discuss the most basic privacy concepts before jumping in the juicy tech. Fundamental ideas such as consent, data collection, data storage, or encryption are important to master in order to understand the benefits and dangers related to data privacy. Specific tech and services come and go, but *fundamental* ideas remain. Anyone who comprehends these core concepts will have a much easier time understanding all that follows.

- **No stupid questions:** There are no stupid questions, only impatient answerers. Whenever a beginner asks a question that seems obvious to you, refrain from replying with something dry or snarky such as "Google it," or its privacy-equivalent "DuckDuckGo it." This only has the effect of chasing people away from our community. If you don't feel like helping, just reply nothing. But if you do want to help, try to find an answer for them. If you are in a rush, something like "Hey! Sorry I don't have the answer, but maybe this [resource](../../basics/why-privacy-matters.md) might be helpful to you!" or "Sorry I'm not sure, but perhaps asking on this [forum](https://discuss.privacyguides.net/) might get you an answer."
+- **No stupid questions:** There are no stupid questions, only impatient answerers. Whenever a beginner asks a question that seems obvious to you, refrain from replying with something dry or snarky such as "Google it," or its privacy-equivalent "DuckDuckGo it." This only has the effect of chasing people away from our community. If you don't feel like helping, just reply nothing. But if you do want to help, try to find an answer for them. If you are in a rush, something like "Hey! Sorry I don't have the answer, but maybe this [resource](../../wiki/basics/why-privacy-matters/_index.md) might be helpful to you!" or "Sorry I'm not sure, but perhaps asking on this [forum](https://discuss.privacyguides.net/) might get you an answer."

 - **Stay patient and compassionate:** Always stay patient with beginners and newcomers (and everyone else, actually). To keep people fighting with us and grow our movement, we cannot afford to lose anyone just because we felt angry that day. Develop your [empathy skills](tip-support-your-privacy-comrades.md) to provide support and reply with compassion. People stay where they feel safe and welcomed. ==Make them feel safe and welcomed.==