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8c3d83e7fa Update mkdocs-material 2023-02-09 19:50:09 -06:00
af96cfe818 Mention Proton's letter of attestation 2023-02-09 22:26:54 +10:30
d1b2bc7093 Fix typo Qubes OS overview
Signed-off-by: Daniel Gray <dngray@privacyguides.org>
2023-02-09 18:34:10 +10:30
27fe6a4c41 Missing comma, grammar, fix onion link (#1941) 2023-02-07 00:04:32 +10:30
bd1ff328a7 Fix broken links across the site (#1963)
Signed-off-by: Daniel Gray <dngray@privacyguides.org>
2023-02-06 19:59:59 +10:30
64d736a7ef Remove subheading Other/Android messengers (#1962)
Signed-off-by: Daniel Gray <dngray@privacyguides.org>
2023-02-06 19:55:45 +10:30
a1e40a79ba Adds Win, Linux download for Briar (#1961)
Signed-off-by: Daniel Gray <dngray@privacyguides.org>
2023-02-06 19:44:45 +10:30
baece71b49 Add Accrescent download for ExifEraser (#1957)
Signed-off-by: Daniel Gray <dngray@privacyguides.org>
2023-02-06 19:13:55 +10:30
f5910c4b2b Add mention for Atlas Of Surveillance (#1951)
Co-authored-by: mfwmyfacewhen <94880365+mfwmyfacewhen@users.noreply.github.com>
Signed-off-by: Daniel Gray <dngray@privacyguides.org>
2023-02-06 19:09:18 +10:30
d35437cafa Bump actions/cache from 3.2.3 to 3.2.4
Bumps [actions/cache](https://github.com/actions/cache) from 3.2.3 to 3.2.4.
- [Release notes](https://github.com/actions/cache/releases)
- [Changelog](https://github.com/actions/cache/blob/main/RELEASES.md)
- [Commits](https://github.com/actions/cache/compare/v3.2.3...v3.2.4)

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updated-dependencies:
- dependency-name: actions/cache
  dependency-type: direct:production
  update-type: version-update:semver-patch
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2023-01-31 04:03:20 +00:00
41bb717191 Bump crowdin/github-action from 1.5.3 to 1.6.0
Bumps [crowdin/github-action](https://github.com/crowdin/github-action) from 1.5.3 to 1.6.0.
- [Release notes](https://github.com/crowdin/github-action/releases)
- [Commits](https://github.com/crowdin/github-action/compare/1.5.3...v1.6.0)

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updated-dependencies:
- dependency-name: crowdin/github-action
  dependency-type: direct:production
  update-type: version-update:semver-minor
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2023-01-30 22:16:09 +10:30
fdb59b32b9 DoH/3 support AdGuard, NextDNS, Cloudflare (#1959)
Signed-off-by: Daniel Gray <dngray@privacyguides.org>
2023-01-30 22:13:02 +10:30
c1f8a1e00c Updates to Brave description (#1952) 2023-01-25 13:12:25 +10:30
070a9b157c Fix broken link (#1950)
Signed-off-by: Daniel Gray <dngray@privacyguides.org>
2023-01-21 13:42:47 +10:30
a17363080e Update Mullvad countries (#1948)
Signed-off-by: Daniel Gray <dngray@privacyguides.org>
2023-01-20 18:21:13 +10:30
f714a82d84 Bump actions/configure-pages from 2 to 3
Bumps [actions/configure-pages](https://github.com/actions/configure-pages) from 2 to 3.
- [Release notes](https://github.com/actions/configure-pages/releases)
- [Commits](https://github.com/actions/configure-pages/compare/v2...v3)

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- dependency-name: actions/configure-pages
  dependency-type: direct:production
  update-type: version-update:semver-major
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2023-01-19 22:15:45 +10:30
3efe31dc29 Bump crowdin/github-action from 1.5.2 to 1.5.3
Bumps [crowdin/github-action](https://github.com/crowdin/github-action) from 1.5.2 to 1.5.3.
- [Release notes](https://github.com/crowdin/github-action/releases)
- [Commits](https://github.com/crowdin/github-action/compare/1.5.2...1.5.3)

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- dependency-name: crowdin/github-action
  dependency-type: direct:production
  update-type: version-update:semver-patch
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2023-01-19 22:14:46 +10:30
670331bcd9 Prefer Anycast or Geosteering support (#1944) 2023-01-19 22:12:11 +10:30
bd5506bab8 Remove DNSCrypt support for ControlD (#1943) 2023-01-16 16:26:12 +10:30
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@ -6,7 +6,7 @@ contact_links:
url: https://discuss.privacyguides.net/c/site-development/guide-suggestions
about: Suggest an area where you think guidance might be required.
- name: Ask a Question
url: https://discuss.privacyguides.org/c/questions
url: https://discuss.privacyguides.org/c/privacy/questions
about: Let us know if something doesn't make sense!
- name: Share an Idea
url: https://discuss.privacyguides.org/c/site-development

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@ -15,7 +15,7 @@ jobs:
uses: actions/checkout@v3
- name: crowdin action
uses: crowdin/github-action@1.5.2
uses: crowdin/github-action@v1.6.0
with:
upload_sources: true
upload_sources_args: '--auto-update --delete-obsolete'

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@ -29,7 +29,7 @@ jobs:
submodules: 'true'
- name: Pages setup
uses: actions/configure-pages@v2
uses: actions/configure-pages@v3
- name: Python setup
uses: actions/setup-python@v4
@ -37,7 +37,7 @@ jobs:
python-version: '3.10'
- name: Cache files
uses: actions/cache@v3.2.3
uses: actions/cache@v3.2.4
with:
key: ${{ github.ref }}
path: .cache

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@ -160,7 +160,7 @@ We recommend a wide variety of Android apps throughout this site. The apps liste
??? downloads
- [:simple-googleplay: Google Play](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=app.attestation.auditor)
- [:simple-googleplay: Google Play](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=app.attestation.auditor.play)
- [:simple-github: GitHub](https://github.com/GrapheneOS/Auditor/releases)
- [:material-cube-outline: GrapheneOS App Store](https://github.com/GrapheneOS/Apps/releases)

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@ -17,7 +17,7 @@ The Privacy Policy is how the service says they will use your data and it is wor
We recommend looking for particular terms such as "data collection", "data analysis", "cookies", "ads" or "3rd-party" services. Sometimes you will be able to opt-out from data collection or from sharing your data, but it is best to choose a service that respects your privacy from the start.
You also also placing your trust in the company or organization to actually comply with their own privacy policy.
Keep in mind you're also placing your trust in the company or organization and that they will comply with their own privacy policy.
## Authentication methods

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@ -76,6 +76,10 @@ Even with E2EE, service providers can still profile you based on **metadata**, w
Mass surveillance is the intricate effort to monitor the "behavior, many activities, or information" of an entire (or substantial fraction of a) population.[^1] It often refers to government programs, such as the ones [disclosed by Edward Snowden in 2013](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Global_surveillance_disclosures_(2013%E2%80%93present)). However, it can also be carried out by corporations, either on behalf of government agencies or by their own initiative.
!!! abstract "Atlas of Surveillance"
If you want to learn more about surveillance methods and how they're implemented in your city you can also take a look at the [Atlas of Surveillance](https://atlasofsurveillance.org/) by the [Electronic Frontier Foundation](https://www.eff.org/).
Governments often justify mass surveillance programs as necessary means to combat terrorism and prevent crime. However, breaching human rights, it's most often used to disproportionately target minority groups and political dissidents, among others.
!!! quote "ACLU: [*The Privacy Lesson of 9/11: Mass Surveillance is Not the Way Forward*](https://www.aclu.org/news/national-security/the-privacy-lesson-of-9-11-mass-surveillance-is-not-the-way-forward)"

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@ -67,8 +67,6 @@ If these alternatives do not fit your needs, we suggest you look into [Encryptio
- [:simple-apple: macOS](https://nextcloud.com/install/#install-clients)
- [:simple-linux: Linux](https://nextcloud.com/install/#install-clients)
- [:simple-freebsd: FreeBSD](https://www.freshports.org/www/nextcloud)
- [:simple-openbsd: OpenBSD](https://openports.se/www/nextcloud)
- [:simple-netbsd: NetBSD](https://pkgsrc.se/www/php-nextcloud)
!!! danger

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@ -64,6 +64,7 @@ When sharing files, be sure to remove associated metadata. Image files commonly
??? downloads
- [:simple-googleplay: Google Play](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.none.tom.exiferaser)
- [:octicons-moon-16: Accrescent](https://accrescent.app/app/com.none.tom.exiferaser)
- [:simple-github: GitHub](https://github.com/Tommy-Geenexus/exif-eraser/releases)
The metadata that is erased depends on the image's file type:

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@ -134,14 +134,15 @@ Shields' options can be downgraded on a per-site basis as needed, but by default
- [ ] Uncheck all social media components
##### Privacy and Security
##### Privacy and security
<div class="annotate" markdown>
- [x] Select **Disable Non-Proxied UDP** under [WebRTC IP Handling Policy](https://support.brave.com/hc/en-us/articles/360017989132-How-do-I-change-my-Privacy-Settings-#webrtc)
- [x] Select **Disable non-proxied UDP** under [WebRTC IP Handling Policy](https://support.brave.com/hc/en-us/articles/360017989132-How-do-I-change-my-Privacy-Settings-#webrtc)
- [ ] Uncheck **Use Google services for push messaging**
- [ ] Uncheck **Allow privacy-preserving product analytics (P3A)**
- [ ] Uncheck **Automatically send daily usage ping to Brave**
- [ ] Uncheck **Automatically send diagnostic reports**
- [x] Select **Always use secure connections** in the **Security** menu
- [ ] Uncheck **Private window with Tor** (1)

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@ -139,7 +139,7 @@ Tails is great for counter forensics due to amnesia (meaning nothing is written
Tails includes [uBlock Origin](desktop-browsers.md#ublock-origin) in Tor Browser by default, which may potentially make it easier for adversaries to fingerprint Tails users. [Whonix](desktop.md#whonix) virtual machines may be more leak-proof, however they are not amnesic, meaning data may be recovered from your storage device.
By design, Tails is meant to completely reset itself after each reboot. Encrypted [persistent storage](https://tails.boum.org/doc/first_steps/persistence/index.en.html) can be configured to store some data between reboots.
By design, Tails is meant to completely reset itself after each reboot. Encrypted [persistent storage](https://tails.boum.org/doc/persistent_storage/index.en.html) can be configured to store some data between reboots.
## Security-focused Distributions

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@ -13,11 +13,11 @@ icon: material/dns
| DNS Provider | Privacy Policy | Protocols | Logging | ECS | Filtering |
| ------------ | -------------- | --------- | ------- | --- | --------- |
| [**AdGuard**](https://adguard.com/en/adguard-dns/overview.html) | [:octicons-link-external-24:](https://adguard.com/en/privacy/dns.html) | Cleartext <br> DoH <br> DoT <br> DNSCrypt | Some[^1] | No | Based on server choice. Filter list being used can be found here. [:octicons-link-external-24:](https://github.com/AdguardTeam/AdGuardDNS)
| [**Cloudflare**](https://developers.cloudflare.com/1.1.1.1/setting-up-1.1.1.1/) | [:octicons-link-external-24:](https://developers.cloudflare.com/1.1.1.1/privacy/public-dns-resolver/) | Cleartext <br> DoH <br> DoT | Some[^2] | No | Based on server choice.|
| [**Control D**](https://controld.com/free-dns) | [:octicons-link-external-24:](https://controld.com/privacy) | Cleartext <br> DoH <br> DoT <br> DNSCrypt <br> DoQ <br> DoH3 | Optional[^3] | No | Based on server choice. |
| [**AdGuard**](https://adguard.com/en/adguard-dns/overview.html) | [:octicons-link-external-24:](https://adguard.com/en/privacy/dns.html) | Cleartext <br> DoH/3 <br> DoT <br> DNSCrypt | Some[^1] | No | Based on server choice. Filter list being used can be found here. [:octicons-link-external-24:](https://github.com/AdguardTeam/AdGuardDNS)
| [**Cloudflare**](https://developers.cloudflare.com/1.1.1.1/setting-up-1.1.1.1/) | [:octicons-link-external-24:](https://developers.cloudflare.com/1.1.1.1/privacy/public-dns-resolver/) | Cleartext <br> DoH/3 <br> DoT | Some[^2] | No | Based on server choice.|
| [**Control D**](https://controld.com/free-dns) | [:octicons-link-external-24:](https://controld.com/privacy) | Cleartext <br> DoH/3 <br> DoT <br> DoQ| Optional[^3] | No | Based on server choice. |
| [**Mullvad**](https://mullvad.net/en/help/dns-over-https-and-dns-over-tls) | [:octicons-link-external-24:](https://mullvad.net/en/help/no-logging-data-policy/) | DoH <br> DoT | No[^4] | No | Based on server choice. Filter list being used can be found here. [:octicons-link-external-24:](https://github.com/mullvad/dns-adblock)
| [**NextDNS**](https://www.nextdns.io) | [:octicons-link-external-24:](https://www.nextdns.io/privacy) | Cleartext <br> DoH <br> DoT | Optional[^5] | Optional | Based on server choice. |
| [**NextDNS**](https://www.nextdns.io) | [:octicons-link-external-24:](https://www.nextdns.io/privacy) | Cleartext <br> DoH/3 <br> DoT | Optional[^5] | Optional | Based on server choice. |
| [**Quad9**](https://quad9.net) | [:octicons-link-external-24:](https://quad9.net/privacy/policy/) | Cleartext <br> DoH <br> DoT <br> DNSCrypt | Some[^6] | Optional | Based on server choice, Malware blocking by default. |
[^1]: AdGuard stores aggregated performance metrics of their DNS servers, namely the number of complete requests to a particular server, the number of blocked requests, and the speed of processing requests. They also keep and store the database of domains requested in within last 24 hours. "We need this information to identify and block new trackers and threats." "We also log how many times this or that tracker has been blocked. We need this information to remove outdated rules from our filters." [https://adguard.com/en/privacy/dns.html](https://adguard.com/en/privacy/dns.html)
@ -30,9 +30,9 @@ icon: material/dns
The criteria for the servers listed above are:
- Must support [DNSSEC](advanced/dns-overview.md#what-is-dnssec)
- Must have [anycast](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Anycast#Addressing_methods) support
- [QNAME Minimization](advanced/dns-overview.md#what-is-qname-minimization)
- Allow for [ECS](advanced/dns-overview.md#what-is-edns-client-subnet-ecs) to be disabled
- Prefer [anycast](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Anycast#Addressing_methods) support or geo-steering support
## Native Operating System Support

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@ -24,7 +24,7 @@ For everything else, we recommend a variety of email providers based on sustaina
**Proton Mail** is an email service with a focus on privacy, encryption, security, and ease of use. They have been in operation since **2013**. Proton AG is based in Genève, Switzerland. Accounts start with 500 MB storage with their free plan.
Free accounts have some limitations, such as not being able to search body text and not having access to [Proton Mail Bridge](https://proton.me/mail/bridge), which is required to use a [recommended desktop email client](email-clients.md) (e.g. Thunderbird). Paid accounts include features like Proton Mail Bridge, additional storage, and custom domain support.
Free accounts have some limitations, such as not being able to search body text and not having access to [Proton Mail Bridge](https://proton.me/mail/bridge), which is required to use a [recommended desktop email client](email-clients.md) (e.g. Thunderbird). Paid accounts include features like Proton Mail Bridge, additional storage, and custom domain support. A [letter of attestation](https://proton.me/blog/security-audit-all-proton-apps) was provided for Proton Mail's apps on 9th November 2021 by [Securitum](https://research.securitum.com).
If you have the Proton Unlimited, Business, or Visionary Plan, you also get [SimpleLogin](#simplelogin) Premium for free.

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@ -39,6 +39,8 @@ These options can be found in :material-menu: → **Settings** → **Brave Shiel
Brave includes some anti-fingerprinting measures in its [Shields](https://support.brave.com/hc/en-us/articles/360022973471-What-is-Shields-) feature. We suggest configuring these options [globally](https://support.brave.com/hc/en-us/articles/360023646212-How-do-I-configure-global-and-site-specific-Shields-settings-) across all pages that you visit.
##### Brave shields global defaults
Shields' options can be downgraded on a per-site basis as needed, but by default we recommend setting the following:
<div class="annotate" markdown>
@ -48,32 +50,37 @@ Shields' options can be downgraded on a per-site basis as needed, but by default
??? warning "Use default filter lists"
Brave allows you to select additional content filters within the internal `brave://adblock` page. We advise against using this feature; instead, keep the default filter lists. Using extra lists will make you stand out from other Brave users and may also increase attack surface if there is an exploit in Brave and a malicious rule is added to one of the lists you use.
- [x] Select **Upgrade connections to HTTPS**
- [x] (Optional) Select **Block Scripts** (1)
- [x] Select **Strict, may break sites** under Block fingerprinting
- [x] Select **Strict, may break sites** under **Block fingerprinting**
</div>
1. This option provides functionality similar to uBlock Origin's advanced [blocking modes](https://github.com/gorhill/uBlock/wiki/Blocking-mode) or the [NoScript](https://noscript.net/) extension.
##### Clear browsing data
- [x] Select **Clear data on exit**
##### Social Media Blocking
- [ ] Uncheck all social media components
##### IPFS
InterPlanetary File System (IPFS) is a decentralized, peer-to-peer network for storing and sharing data in a distributed filesystem. Unless you use the feature, disable it.
- [ ] Uncheck **IPFS Gateway**
##### Other privacy settings
- [x] Select **Disable Non-Proxied UDP** under [WebRTC IP Handling Policy](https://support.brave.com/hc/en-us/articles/360017989132-How-do-I-change-my-Privacy-Settings-#webrtc)
- [ ] Uncheck **Allow privacy-preserving product analytics (P3A)**
- [ ] Uncheck **Automatically send daily usage ping to Brave**
- [ ] Uncheck **Automatically send diagnostic reports**
- [x] Select **Always use secure connections**
<div class="annotate" markdown>
- [x] Select **Disable non-proxied UDP** under [WebRTC IP Handling Policy](https://support.brave.com/hc/en-us/articles/360017989132-How-do-I-change-my-Privacy-Settings-#webrtc)
- [ ] Uncheck **Allow sites to check if you have payment methods saved**
- [ ] Uncheck **IPFS Gateway** (1)
- [x] Select **Close tabs on exit**
- [x] Select **Clear data on exit**
- [ ] Uncheck **Allow privacy-preserving product analytics (P3A)**
- [ ] Uncheck **Automatically send diagnostic reports**
- [ ] Uncheck **Automatically send daily usage ping to Brave**
1. InterPlanetary File System (IPFS) is a decentralized, peer-to-peer network for storing and sharing data in a distributed filesystem. Unless you use the feature, disable it.
</div>
#### Brave Sync

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!!! warning
Resetting the OpenPGP interface on a Nitrokey will also make the password database [inaccessible](https://docs.nitrokey.com/pro/factory-reset.html).
Resetting the OpenPGP interface on a Nitrokey will also make the password database [inaccessible](https://docs.nitrokey.com/pro/linux/factory-reset).
The Nitrokey Pro 2, Nitrokey Storage 2, and the upcoming Nitrokey 3 supports system integrity verification for laptops with the [Coreboot](https://www.coreboot.org/) + [Heads](https://osresearch.net/) firmware. Purism's [Librem Key](https://puri.sm/products/librem-key/) is a rebranded NitroKey Pro 2 with similar firmware and can also be used for the same purposes.

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### File Exchange
To copy and paste files and directories (folders) from one VM to another, you can use the option **Copy to Other AppVM...** or **Move to Other AppVM...**. The difference is that the **Move** option will delete the original file. Either option will protect your clipboard from being leaked to any other Qubes. This is more security than air-gapped file transfer because an air-gapped computer will still be forced to parse partitions or file systems. That is not required with the inter-qube copy system.
To copy and paste files and directories (folders) from one VM to another, you can use the option **Copy to Other AppVM...** or **Move to Other AppVM...**. The difference is that the **Move** option will delete the original file. Either option will protect your clipboard from being leaked to any other Qubes. This is more secure than air-gapped file transfer because an air-gapped computer will still be forced to parse partitions or file systems. That is not required with the inter-qube copy system.
??? info "AppVMs or qubes do not have their own file systems"

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@ -33,8 +33,6 @@ For other platforms, consider below:
- [:simple-linux: Linux](https://www.libreoffice.org/download/download/)
- [:simple-flathub: Flathub](https://flathub.org/apps/details/org.libreoffice.LibreOffice)
- [:simple-freebsd: FreeBSD](https://www.freshports.org/editors/libreoffice/)
- [:simple-openbsd: OpenBSD](https://openports.se/editors/libreoffice)
- [:simple-netbsd: NetBSD](https://pkgsrc.se/misc/libreoffice)
### OnlyOffice

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@ -7,9 +7,7 @@ These are our recommendations for encrypted real-time communication.
[Types of Communication Networks :material-arrow-right-drop-circle:](./advanced/communication-network-types.md)
## Cross-Platform Messengers
### Signal
## Signal
!!! recommendation
@ -42,7 +40,7 @@ We have some additional tips on configuring and hardening your Signal installati
[Signal Configuration and Hardening :material-arrow-right-drop-circle:](https://blog.privacyguides.org/2022/07/07/signal-configuration-and-hardening/)
### Element
## Element
!!! recommendation
@ -73,7 +71,7 @@ Group voice and video calls are [not](https://github.com/vector-im/element-web/i
The protocol was independently [audited](https://matrix.org/blog/2016/11/21/matrixs-olm-end-to-end-encryption-security-assessment-released-and-implemented-cross-platform-on-riot-at-last) in 2016. The specification for the Matrix protocol can be found in their [documentation](https://spec.matrix.org/latest/). The [Olm](https://matrix.org/docs/projects/other/olm) cryptographic ratchet used by Matrix is an implementation of Signals [Double Ratchet algorithm](https://signal.org/docs/specifications/doubleratchet/).
### SimpleX Chat
## SimpleX Chat
!!! recommendation
@ -98,7 +96,7 @@ Currently SimpleX Chat only provides a client for Android and iOS. Basic group c
Your data can be exported, and imported onto another device, as there are no central servers where this is backed up.
### Session
## Session
!!! recommendation
@ -130,9 +128,7 @@ Oxen requested an independent audit for Session in March of 2020. The audit [con
Session has a [whitepaper](https://arxiv.org/pdf/2002.04609.pdf) describing the technicals of the app and protocol.
## Other Messengers
### Briar (Android)
## Briar
!!! recommendation
@ -149,6 +145,8 @@ Session has a [whitepaper](https://arxiv.org/pdf/2002.04609.pdf) describing the
??? downloads
- [:simple-googleplay: Google Play](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=org.briarproject.briar.android)
- [:simple-windows11: Windows](https://briarproject.org/download-briar-desktop/)
- [:simple-linux: Linux](https://briarproject.org/download-briar-desktop/)
- [:simple-flathub: Flathub](https://flathub.org/apps/details/org.briarproject.Briar)
To add a contact on Briar, you must both add each other first. You can either exchange `briar://` links or scan a contacts QR code if they are nearby.

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@ -49,8 +49,6 @@ There are a variety of ways to connect to the Tor network from your device, the
- [:simple-apple: macOS](https://www.torproject.org/download/)
- [:simple-linux: Linux](https://www.torproject.org/download/)
- [:simple-freebsd: FreeBSD](https://www.freshports.org/security/tor)
- [:simple-openbsd: OpenBSD](https://openports.se/net/tor)
- [:simple-netbsd: NetBSD](https://pkgsrc.se/net/tor)
!!! danger

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@ -58,7 +58,7 @@ Find a no-logging VPN operator who isnt out to sell or read your web traffic.
??? check "Independently Audited"
As of January 2020 Proton VPN has undergone an independent audit by SEC Consult. SEC Consult found some medium and low risk vulnerabilities in Proton VPN's Windows, Android, and iOS applications, all of which were "properly fixed" by Proton VPN before the reports were published. None of the issues identified would have provided an attacker remote access to your device or traffic. You can view individual reports for each platform at [protonvpn.com](https://protonvpn.com/blog/open-source/). In April 2022 Proton VPN underwent [another audit](https://protonvpn.com/blog/no-logs-audit/) and the report was [produced by Securitum](https://protonvpn.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/securitum-protonvpn-nologs-20220330.pdf).
As of January 2020, Proton VPN has undergone an independent audit by SEC Consult. SEC Consult found some medium and low risk vulnerabilities in Proton VPN's Windows, Android, and iOS applications, all of which were "properly fixed" by Proton VPN before the reports were published. None of the issues identified would have provided an attacker remote access to your device or traffic. You can view individual reports for each platform at [protonvpn.com](https://protonvpn.com/blog/open-source/). In April 2022 Proton VPN underwent [another audit](https://protonvpn.com/blog/no-logs-audit/) and the report was [produced by Securitum](https://protonvpn.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/securitum-protonvpn-nologs-20220330.pdf). A [letter of attestation](https://proton.me/blog/security-audit-all-proton-apps) was provided for Proton VPN's apps on 9th November 2021 by [Securitum](https://research.securitum.com).
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- [:simple-apple: macOS](https://mullvad.net/en/download/macos/)
- [:simple-linux: Linux](https://mullvad.net/en/download/linux/)
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Mullvad has [servers in 40 countries](https://mullvad.net/servers/) (1). Picking a VPN provider with a server nearest to you will reduce latency of the network traffic you send. This is because of a shorter route (fewer hops) to the destination.
Mullvad has [servers in 41 countries](https://mullvad.net/servers/) (1). Picking a VPN provider with a server nearest to you will reduce latency of the network traffic you send. This is because of a shorter route (fewer hops) to the destination.
We also think it's better for the security of the VPN provider's private keys if they use [dedicated servers](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Dedicated_hosting_service), instead of cheaper shared solutions (with other customers) such as [virtual private servers](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Virtual_private_server).
1. Last checked: 2022-09-16
1. Last checked: 2023-01-19
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@ -314,7 +314,7 @@ Must not have any marketing which is irresponsible:
Responsible marketing that is both educational and useful to the consumer could include:
- An accurate comparison to when [Tor](tor.md) should be used instead.
- Availability of the VPN provider's website over a .onion [Onion Service](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/.onion)
- Availability of the VPN provider's website over a [.onion service](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/.onion)
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