Thread by @KYCfree

Online privacy/security can be an extremely complex topic. Here are 10 relatively simple tools you can use to drastically increase privacy without going too deep down the rabbit hole.
This is just the tip of the iceberg but will give you a great start 👇

1. Use a VPN service that doesn't require personal information like @mullvadnet.
2. Use de-Googled mobile operating systems. @CalyxOS is excellent for Pixel devices.
3. For desktop operating systems use Linux. Pop!_OS from @system76 is great for beginners. 👇

4. End to end encrypted messaging services. There are many out there with varying reputations. My personal preference is @signalapp.
5. Keep your email masked using alias services like @simple_login.
6. Privacy focussed browsers are essential. @torproject wins here, hands down.👇

7. Google Play is a cesspit of spammy, malware riddled, ad-heavy apps. Use FOSS alternatives wherever possible from @fdroidorg.
8. Choose a privacy focused email provider. This is a hot topic, my personal favourite is @ProtonMail. 👇

9. Don't use the native YouTube app. @NewPipeApk is a great way to keep up to date with your favourite YT channels. No Google account required.
10. Use unique passwords every time & use TOTP. @Bitwarden is an excellent password manager.

Thanks for reading 👍