figurine8051

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SimpleX group chat about privacy in c/privacy@lemmy.ml
[–] figurine8051@lemmy.ca 1 points 19 hours ago* (last edited 1 hour ago)

The link isn't working. Can anyone provide an updated one?

WhatsApp now lets you block people from exporting your entire chat history in c/whatsapp@lemmy.world
[–] figurine8051@lemmy.ca 1 points 19 hours ago* (last edited 1 hour ago)

WhatsApp should really reconsider their use of the word 'privacy'—it seems to exist only in name. Their practices don't align with the concept.

Web Browser telemetry - 2025 edition in c/privacy@lemmy.ml
[–] figurine8051@lemmy.ca 3 points 19 hours ago* (last edited 1 hour ago)

It shows trackers, but what about telemetry connections?

Web Browser telemetry - 2025 edition in c/privacy@lemmy.ml
[–] figurine8051@lemmy.ca 1 points 1 day ago (2 children)

For android browsers ?

DNS Applications vs. Private DNS: Which is Better for Privacy and Security? in c/privacy@lemmy.ml
[–] figurine8051@lemmy.ca 1 points 1 day ago* (last edited 1 hour ago) (1 children)

When I'm using RethinkDNS, does it matter if I'm using RethinkDNS hosted on Cloudflare or Fly.io, or should I consider other DNS services like AdGuard, NextDNS, or Mullvad? Would using RethinkDNS in this way defeat the purpose of its privacy features?

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DNS Applications vs. Private DNS: Which is Better for Privacy and Security? (lemmy.ca)
submitted 1 day ago* (last edited 1 hour ago) by figurine8051@lemmy.ca to c/privacy@lemmy.ml
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I'm often confused about whether to use apps like RethinkDNS, Invizible Pro, or AdGuard to manage DNS requests on my phone, or to simply rely on Private DNS.

Are there any privacy advantages or security concerns associated with using these apps? When I use an app, can all DNS queries be routed through my preferred DNS provider (which helps block tracking requests on a bloated phone)? Is Private DNS easier for the system to bypass?

I typically use RethinkDNS and block any bypassed DNS requests, so I believe that all my DNS traffic is routed through RethinkDNS, making it impossible for leaks to occur. Is this a misconception? Can any DNS app truly provide that level of privacy and security?

Additionally, how does an application firewall compare to a network-level firewall like NextDNS in terms of effectiveness?

Ultimately, should I opt for an application firewall or a network-level firewall?