Every day, over 4 billion people around the world use mobile apps for everything from communication to banking to booking travel. We entrust these apps with our most sensitive personal information, often without a second thought. But the truth is, the vast majority of apps and online services today are not worthy of that trust….
In today‘s digital age, protecting your personal information and privacy online is more important than ever. You may be surprised to learn that there is a massive industry of "data brokers" – companies that collect, aggregate, analyze and sell the personal data of millions of people. Data brokers scrape together information from public records, social…
Web tracking, the practice of websites identifying users and collecting data about their browsing behavior, has become ubiquitous in the modern Internet age. Nearly every site you visit is tracking your activity in some way. While this enables beneficial features like personalized recommendations and targeted advertising, it has also led to growing concerns about online…
In today‘s digital age, vast amounts of information are collected about us as we browse the web, use online services, and go about our daily lives. Much of this data can be used to identify us as individuals and reveal intimate details about our lives. This is what‘s known as "personal data". As more and…
If you‘re embedded in the Apple ecosystem, you‘ve likely benefited from the tight integration between your devices. Two standout Continuity features – Universal Clipboard and Handoff – create a seamless flow for copying data and switching tasks from one device to another. But have you considered the security implications of this constant synchronization? In this…
In today‘s hyper-connected digital world, online privacy has become a major concern for users of all ages and backgrounds. Every day, vast amounts of personal data are being collected, analyzed, and sold by companies and organizations, often without the full knowledge or consent of individuals. This data includes everything from your browsing history and search…
When you browse the web, you probably expect social media giants like Facebook to gather data on your every click to fuel their lucrative advertising business. But would you expect the same sneaky tracking techniques from a U.S. government website? It turns out, Facebook and Uncle Sam have more in common than you‘d think when…
Email tracking is one of those things most people have experienced, even if they didn‘t realize it was happening. You know those marketing emails that seem to know exactly when you opened them and whether you clicked through? That‘s email tracking in action. As a full-stack developer who has worked on email marketing campaigns, I‘ve…
In today‘s digital landscape, online privacy has become a paramount concern for users and developers alike. With the proliferation of tracking technologies, targeted advertising, and data breaches, it‘s more important than ever to understand the tools available for protecting your privacy on the web. One such tool is private browsing, also known as "incognito mode"…
In today‘s digital age, protecting your personal privacy and securing your sensitive information online has never been more important. From data breaches and identity theft to mass surveillance and targeted advertising, there are numerous threats to our digital lives. As a full-stack developer who values privacy, I‘ve made it a priority to research and test…