- Dec 19, 2020
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SecurityResearcher's Acer Chromebook 714 2020
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Browser(s) and Add-ons:
@SpiderWeb also uses a Chromebook. I suggest looking at their setup at this link for more ideas: SECURITY: Complete - SpiderWeb's Security Config 2020
- No ad block? uBlock Origin is worth installing.
@SpiderWeb also uses a Chromebook. I suggest looking at their setup at this link for more ideas: SECURITY: Complete - SpiderWeb's Security Config 2020
Since Google Chrome is synchronized on my different devices, I have the same add-ons on my Chromebook that I have on my PC.
- Oct 1, 2019
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Syncing makes it easier for Google to track you on different devices, better not log into your browser when privacy is something you care forThey don't need such data for tracking
Sync is only for better comfort. Using any Google service give them the ability for (device-) tracking which include also external scripts and cookies on non-Google sites.
I use Jumbo on my Iphone to make sure my Google searches and history are deleted on all my devices. I still like the convenience of synchronization. And I don't have any social media apps on my devices. I look for a good balance of convenience and privacy/security.
- Oct 1, 2019
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For syncing you need to log-in. When you log-in they can 'hard' match the device-ID with your user-ID. Just search for Google Analytics feature to track how many unique visitors a website gets across devices.They don't need such data for tracking
Sync is only for better comfort. Using any Google service give them the ability for (device-) tracking which include also external scripts and cookies on non-Google sites.
- Oct 1, 2019
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Does Jumbo also removes your data on Google cloud servers?
Good question. Judge by yourself.Does Jumbo also removes your data on Google cloud servers?
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With Jumbo’s final release, users will be able to export their 2FA codes and view their archives from the app. See our blog post at withjumbo.com for more information! JUMBO’S PRIVACY PROMISE Jumbo is committed to never collect your data nor share/sell it to third parties. In fact, we...
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- Oct 1, 2019
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@Back3 it promises to limit your trail, so I guess it does what it promises (it is always a good sign when companies don't make bold claims about privacy or security)
Fact of life: no software or tin-foil hat can protect your privacy nowadays, but you can make it harder to track you
a) limit usage of your data in the apps/devices you use (so your digital rights are respected) - that is where Jumbo helps you
b) put your tracking data in different baskets (e.g. use a windows PC when you use an Android-Google phone, use different browsers in different devices)
c) don't tie your hardware ID to your user ID (don't log into apps and browsers, take the hassle of logging into websites).
d) limit tagging and tracking of your digital trial by others in your social life
e) disable communications when you don't need them (e.g. Wifi, Bluetooth, Geo-location)
More privacy means more hassle and inconvenience. How often have you gone to the hassle of manually selecting to 'only allow functional cookies' when prompted (in stead of the easy ALLOW ALL)? So you need to practice safe-Hex for privacy also (as inconveniently as that is).
PS: let's stop derailing Security Researchers thread.
Fact of life: no software or tin-foil hat can protect your privacy nowadays, but you can make it harder to track you
a) limit usage of your data in the apps/devices you use (so your digital rights are respected) - that is where Jumbo helps you
b) put your tracking data in different baskets (e.g. use a windows PC when you use an Android-Google phone, use different browsers in different devices)
c) don't tie your hardware ID to your user ID (don't log into apps and browsers, take the hassle of logging into websites).
d) limit tagging and tracking of your digital trial by others in your social life
e) disable communications when you don't need them (e.g. Wifi, Bluetooth, Geo-location)
More privacy means more hassle and inconvenience. How often have you gone to the hassle of manually selecting to 'only allow functional cookies' when prompted (in stead of the easy ALLOW ALL)? So you need to practice safe-Hex for privacy also (as inconveniently as that is).
PS: let's stop derailing Security Researchers thread.
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- Aug 21, 2020
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uBlock Origin works in Chrome OS. Recommend it. It will filter ads and unwanted content/malware in all Chrome-based windows and apps. It won't work in Linux or Android apps however.
I also highly highly recommend EasyWebRTC Block:
Chrome OS is leaking your IP left and right. Just be aware if you are using a VPN extension that it will only work on browser tabs and the latest version of Chrome makes even that unreliable. The only way to have a sealed off VPN connection is using an Android VPN app. Those work system-wide but they are slower. I use them anyway to create a double hop connection that I need.
I also highly highly recommend EasyWebRTC Block:
Chrome OS is leaking your IP left and right. Just be aware if you are using a VPN extension that it will only work on browser tabs and the latest version of Chrome makes even that unreliable. The only way to have a sealed off VPN connection is using an Android VPN app. Those work system-wide but they are slower. I use them anyway to create a double hop connection that I need.
- Dec 19, 2020
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Oops, I forgot to mention that I have AdGuard.
- Jan 8, 2011
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You can edit your first post and add any relevant information.
- Dec 19, 2020
- 9
Ok, thanks for recommending me WebRTC blocker. I hope Chrome won't leak my IP now.
- Oct 1, 2019
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For your network (internal) IP you don't need WebRTC blocker : Stealth Mode | AdGuard Knowledgebase
Your external IP is always shown, unless you use a VPN service, then the IP address of the VPN is shown instead
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