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glowettee · 9 days ago

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✧・゜: ✧how i use pinterest intentionally (not just endless scrolling) :・゜✧:・゜✧

hey lovelies! ✨

confession time: i used to be a chronic pinterest scroller with absolutely nothing to show for my hours spent in the app. i'd save hundreds of pins to boards with vague names like "aesthetic" and "vibes," never to look at them again. sound familiar? but over the past year, i've completely transformed how i use pinterest from mindless consumption to an intentional tool that actually enhances my life. here's exactly how i made the shift!

⋆.ೃ࿔:･ the pinterest mindset shift ･:࿔ೃ.⋆

the game-changer for me was realizing that pinterest isn't just for collecting pretty pictures, it's a visual search engine and planning tool. now i approach it with purpose:

i ask myself "why am i opening this app right now?" before i even click the icon or enter it into the search bar

i set specific time limits for browsing (15-30 minutes max)

i focus on quality over quantity with my pins

i treat my boards as action plans, not just digital hoarding spaces

i regularly revisit and implement ideas from my boards

this shift transformed pinterest from a time-waster to one of my most valuable tools for planning, creativity, and personal growth.

⋆.ೃ࿔:･ my board organization system ･:࿔ೃ.⋆

the foundation of intentional pinterest use is thoughtful organization! here's my current system:

𝘮𝘢𝘴𝘵𝘦𝘳 𝘤𝘢𝘵𝘦𝘨𝘰𝘳𝘪𝘦𝘴: i group my boards into categories using board covers in the same color palette (lifestyle, home, fashion, etc.)

𝘢𝘤𝘵𝘪𝘰𝘯𝘢𝘣𝘭𝘦 𝘯𝘢𝘮𝘪𝘯𝘨: instead of vague names, i use specific titles like "meals for busy weeknights" or "bedroom refresh ideas 2025"

𝘴𝘦𝘤𝘵𝘪𝘰𝘯𝘴 𝘸𝘪𝘵𝘩𝘪𝘯 𝘣𝘰𝘢𝘳𝘥𝘴: i break down larger boards into sections (my "morning routine" board has sections for drinks, movement, journaling, etc.)

𝘱𝘳𝘪𝘷𝘢𝘵𝘦 𝘷𝘴. 𝘱𝘶𝘣𝘭𝘪𝘤: i keep boards private when they're in planning stages, then make them public once they're curated

𝘴𝘦𝘢𝘴𝘰𝘯𝘢𝘭 𝘢𝘳𝘤𝘩𝘪𝘷𝘪𝘯𝘨: i archive boards that aren't currently relevant (like christmas decor in july) to reduce visual clutter

⋆.ೃ࿔:･ my favorite intentional board types ･:࿔ೃ.⋆

here are the board categories that have added genuine value to my life:

𝘱𝘳𝘰𝘫𝘦𝘤𝘵-𝘴𝘱𝘦𝘤𝘪𝘧𝘪𝘤 𝘣𝘰𝘢𝘳𝘥𝘴: whenever i start a new project (room redecoration, event planning, etc.), i create a dedicated board with sections for different aspects

𝘴𝘦𝘢𝘴𝘰𝘯𝘢𝘭 𝘪𝘯𝘵𝘦𝘯𝘵𝘪𝘰𝘯 𝘣𝘰𝘢𝘳𝘥𝘴: i create a fresh board each season with sections for recipes, activities, outfits, and decor i want to incorporate

𝘤𝘢𝘱𝘴𝘶𝘭𝘦 𝘸𝘢𝘳𝘥𝘳𝘰𝘣𝘦 𝘱𝘭𝘢𝘯𝘯𝘪𝘯𝘨: i pin actual items i own alongside new pieces i'm considering to visualize combinations

𝘮𝘦𝘢𝘭 𝘱𝘭𝘢𝘯𝘯𝘪𝘯𝘨 𝘴𝘺𝘴𝘵𝘦𝘮: i maintain boards for different meal categories and actually reference them when making grocery lists

𝘨𝘪𝘧𝘵 𝘪𝘥𝘦𝘢𝘴: i have a board for each important person in my life where i pin potential gifts year-round

𝘨𝘰𝘢𝘭 𝘷𝘪𝘴𝘶𝘢𝘭𝘪𝘻𝘢𝘵𝘪𝘰𝘯: i create boards for specific goals with both inspiration and actionable steps

⋆.ೃ࿔:･ my pinterest workflow ･:࿔ೃ.⋆

this is my personal step-by-step process for intentional pinning:

𝘴𝘦𝘵 𝘢 𝘤𝘭𝘦𝘢𝘳 𝘱𝘶𝘳𝘱𝘰𝘴𝘦: i decide what specific question i'm trying to answer or problem i'm trying to solve

𝘤𝘳𝘦𝘢𝘵𝘦 𝘢 𝘴𝘦𝘢𝘳𝘤𝘩 𝘴𝘵𝘳𝘢𝘵𝘦𝘨𝘺: i use specific search terms rather than browsing the home feed (which is designed for endless scrolling)

𝘤𝘶𝘳𝘢𝘵𝘦 𝘤𝘢𝘳𝘦𝘧𝘶𝘭𝘭𝘺: i only save pins that: • provide clear value or inspiration • lead to actual content (not dead links) • represent ideas i genuinely might implement

𝘢𝘥𝘥 𝘯𝘰𝘵𝘦𝘴: i write specific notes on pins about why i saved them or how i plan to use the idea

𝘪𝘮𝘱𝘭𝘦𝘮𝘦𝘯𝘵𝘢𝘵𝘪𝘰𝘯 𝘱𝘭𝘢𝘯𝘯𝘪𝘯𝘨: after a pinning session, i schedule time to actually try one of the ideas

⋆.ೃ࿔:･ from virtual to reality ･:࿔ೃ.⋆

the most important part of intentional pinterest use is implementation! here's how i ensure my pins actually translate to real life:

𝘸𝘦𝘦𝘬𝘭𝘺 𝘱𝘪𝘯 𝘳𝘦𝘷𝘪𝘦𝘸: every sunday, i spend 10 minutes reviewing recent pins and selecting 1-3 to implement that week

𝘱𝘪𝘯-𝘵𝘰-𝘢𝘤𝘵𝘪𝘰𝘯 𝘵𝘳𝘢𝘤𝘬𝘦𝘳: i keep a simple journal noting which pins i've actually implemented

𝘱𝘩𝘰𝘵𝘰 𝘥𝘰𝘤𝘶𝘮𝘦𝘯𝘵𝘢𝘵𝘪𝘰𝘯: i take photos of my real-life versions of pinterest inspiration

𝘳𝘦𝘢𝘭𝘪𝘵𝘺 𝘤𝘩𝘦𝘤𝘬𝘴: i regularly ask "do i have the time/budget/skills for this?" before saving aspirational pins

𝘴𝘦𝘢𝘴𝘰𝘯𝘢𝘭 𝘤𝘭𝘦𝘢𝘯𝘰𝘶𝘵: i remove pins that no longer feel aligned with my taste or goals

⋆.ೃ࿔:･ advanced pinterest strategies ･:࿔ೃ.⋆

once you've mastered the basics, these strategies take intentional pinning to the next level! i hope you all enjoy them!:

𝘨𝘳𝘰𝘶𝘱 𝘣𝘰𝘢𝘳𝘥𝘴: i create collaborative boards with friends for shared projects or trips

𝘱𝘪𝘯 𝘮𝘢𝘱𝘱𝘪𝘯𝘨: for complex projects, i create flow charts showing how different pins connect to each other

𝘪𝘥𝘦𝘢 𝘦𝘷𝘰𝘭𝘶𝘵𝘪𝘰𝘯 𝘣𝘰𝘢𝘳𝘥𝘴: i document my own progress by pinning "before" and "after" images of my projects

𝘤𝘰𝘯𝘵𝘦𝘯𝘵 𝘤𝘢𝘭𝘦𝘯𝘥𝘢𝘳: i use pinterest to plan content themes for my blog and social media (i of course also use pinterest for images for my blog)

𝘭𝘦𝘢𝘳𝘯𝘪𝘯𝘨 𝘱𝘢𝘵𝘩𝘸𝘢𝘺𝘴: i create sequential boards that build skills in a particular area

⋆.ೃ࿔:･ final thoughts ･:࿔ೃ.⋆

pinterest is whatever you make of it, it can be a mindless scroll hole or one of the most powerful tools for intentional living and creativity. the difference lies entirely in how you approach it.

i still enjoy the occasional aimless browsing session (we all need that sometimes!), but transforming most of my pinterest time into purposeful searching and planning has genuinely enhanced my life. my spaces are more cohesve, my wardrobe more intentional, and my creative projects more focused, all because i stopped treating pinterest like social media and started using it like the powerful visual tool it truly is.

how do you use pinterest? are you a careful curator or a joyful browser? feel free to drop your thoughts in the notes!

xoxo, mindy 🤍

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partycatty · 1 year ago

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we back with another request⁉️

can be old or young (mk11 or mk1) johnny your pick, but what if fem!reader and johnny are sparring (likely in private, but if they wanna be risky go ahead) and reader is losing.

sooo, she flashes him her titties as a distraction and ends up getting him pinned. you can turn it into smut or end it there, your pick

love your writing 💙💙

DEAR GOD YOURE SO FUCKING RIGHT ALL THE TIME ILY, i had a SLIIIIGHTLY different image for this so HEAR ME OUT

johnny cage > eyes on the prize

warnings: Oh, these? My boobies? My massive fucking titties? My super stuffed milkies? My honker bonker doinky boinkies? My fucking fabric stretching wind flapping gravity welling sex mounds? You mean these super duper ultra hyper god damn motherfucking tits?

[ part 2 ] [ masterlist ]

after the time merger, your boss seems uneasy seeing his younger self parade around the compound like he owns the place. you're unfortunately put up to the task as babysitting him.

"private," the older counterpart summons you to the center of the room. "keep an eye on him for me, yeah? he's... well, he's me, and i don't trust him one bit." you both glance over to younger johnny, who is kicking his feet up and browsing IMDB - his own page, to be specific - with no regard for authority. you nod and walk off, approaching the younger star who doesn't notice you at first.

"mr. cage," you try to get his attention, leaning down to his level as he sits. johnny tears his eyes away from the screen to catch a good look at you in your uniform, pulling his sunglasses down his hooked nose. "captain cage requested i accompany you around the compound for safety as the time merge is figured out."

"oh, i'll follow you anywhere, beautiful," he replies smoothly, clicking and winking up at you. your face heats up, this is your... almost-boss. this version wasn't with sonya, doesn't have a kid. a part of you wonders if your present johnny also finds you attractive if this is how his younger version behaves. you'd always found him hot, but that was something you kept to yourself for the sake of his family and your career.

johnny snaps in your face with a twisted expression. "hey, since you're here, the future sucks! i've been here for an hour and i haven't seen one jetpack. not one!" he holds a finger in your face, and you can't help but stare down at him in bewilderment. how did this man become the captain of the special forces??

his complaints sprout an idea, as you try to divert his annoyance. "the special forces compound contains plenty of advanced technology. would you care for a tour?" you suggest politely, gesturing out of the room.

johnny seems intrigued by your offer, willing to follow you around like a dog if it meant getting a good view of your ass the whole way. it's your figure that intrigues him the most.

"older me was a dumbass for not tappin' this," johnny very loudly exclaims as you two walk down a hallway, making you pinch the bridge of your nose. "i might have to alter my destiny... there's no way you fight with a pretty body like that."

"the members of S.F. are put through extensive physical training and discipline. i can fight, mr. cage," you reply curtly, not all too impressed by his catcalling, though his boldness amuses you.

"yeah?" he asks playfully, jogging in front of you to walk backwards as he glares at you through his shades. "care to prove it? you lose, you give me your number."

"and if you lose?" you question, crossing your arms.

"then i give you my number." jesus, he was dumb. hot, but dumb. it was impossibly hard to remain professional in front of him. you entertain his bait and open a side door that led to the garage. it was spacious and full of various tools, vehicles and weapons. the crew often met there for mass debriefs and announcements, but served as a perfect sparring location.

"you're on, dollface," johnny sneers, readying himself with an overdramatic flourished war cry. "but first, no handicaps. take all that off." he waves at your vest and various equipment strapped to you. you shake your head and sigh, readying your own pose after shrugging the extremities off and kicking them to the side. it was johnny in his coat giving you a delicious view of his chest, and you in your skin-tight underclothes. you figured regardless you'd have an advantage against johnny considering you were familiar with his fighting style, but his strength outmatched you easily. he was twice your size in muscle, after all. didn't really matter just how much studying you put into his mannerisms in combat.

his powers proved to be a significant advantage as well, doubling his strikes when most humans could only land one in the time it took. each punch you threw was parried embarrassingly easily, and each kick was matched with an even swifter swing.

despite being military trained, you couldn't help but find the fight fun. johnny would grab hold of you and spin you around, as if you were dancing, or flash one of his signature smiles at you when he felt more in charge. he'd cackle when you made a fool of yourself, swinging at nothing.

one of his backflip kicks infused with his powers knocked you straight on your ass, and johnny towers over you with a devilish grin. his legs are spread, with you on the floor between them as you catch your breath.

"do you yield, sweet thing?" he asks, bending forward to hover his face over yours. you cringe, holding your side as you try to get up, but johnny just places his boot on your chest. "you were all bark and no bite, sweetheart."

as you regain your composure, thoroughly displeased with the outcome of the battle, you get an absolutely evil idea.

"how about you get a bite of these?" you ask, smirking. your fingers find the hem of your shirt and pull upward, revealing your bra and your breasts spilling from the fabric as you lay on your back. the chill of the room defines the shape of your nipples through the bra, and johnny's eyes fixate - hard. his sunglasses comically slide down his nose and clatter to the floor, his puppy eyes wide and wanting at the sight of your barely clothed chest.

when you know for a fact he's transfixed, you swat his foot off of your chest and curl your body before placing a hard upward kick into his balls, making him yell out and stumble backward.

you stand up and brush yourself off, beaming at the actor for besting him at his own shallow game.

"you - ngh -" johnny whines and clutches his crotch, pointing a finger at you accusingly. "i yield."

you shrug innocently, reaching a hand out to him considering your positions were now fully swapped. "gotta keep your eyes on the prize, cage."

you hoist him up with a grunt, patting his shoulder.

"oh, believe me," he breathlessly chuckles. "i was." he smiles crookedly.

...did you just flash your soon-to-be-boss? is this gonna alter the timeline...?

#mortal kombat #mortal kombat x reader #johnny cage #mk11 #johnny cage x reader #mortal kombat 11 x reader #marley writes ☆

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cuckhubby-of-bbc-only-hotwife · 7 months ago

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The journey into the Hotwife lifestyle.

Venturing into an alternative lifestyle can be as thrilling as it is nerve-wracking. After our initial foray into the lifestyle, we found ourselves eager to explore further. Conversations between my wife and I grew more candid and curious. What else might we experience? What boundaries could we expand together?

Over the next several days, we immersed ourselves in joint and independent research—reading articles, browsing forums, and engaging with others online. We decided to join a few adult-oriented websites to meet like-minded individuals. Little did we know, this step would lead to a rollercoaster of emotions and experiences.

Navigating Online Spaces

The websites we joined introduced us to a variety of personalities. Some users seemed more interested in collecting pictures or fantasizing rather than genuinely connecting. But amid the noise, we met a white couple that immediately clicked with us that lived within a short drive from us. Both husbands identified as straight, while both wives were openly bi. From the start, conversations flowed easily as we shared our desires and curiosities.

During one chat, the other wife shared her preference for "chocolate men," specifically those endowed with what the lifestyle community often refers to as "BBC." To my surprise, my wife seemed intrigued by this revelation. When the couple suggested introducing us to a group chat that is filled with BBCs, some twenty to thirty men, we had a private discussion and decided to join.

Entering the Group Chat

Introducing ourselves to the group was both exciting and overwhelming. The warm reception my wife received as a “newbie” in the lifestyle was striking—there was no shortage of interest in her as a BBC virgin. Over the following weeks, the group dynamic gave us a safe space to discuss fantasies, share experiences, and build anticipation for what was to come. The amount of praise these men gave my wife and the detail they went into expressing what they wanted to do to her was exciting and a turn-on. Our messages were flooded with pictures and videos of these men and what tools they were packing. Never in my life have I ever looked at so many different pictures of cocks. All of them different shades of black, lengths, and widths. One thing was quite apparent: THEY were ALL much longer and thicker than my white cock. I could not stop fantasizing about my fair-skinned white wife being ravished by all these Black men. My imagination began to run wild with watching these hung Black studs penetrating her BBC virgin pussy. The thought of these long, thick, dark black cocks stretching her pale white and pink pussy sent me over the edge.

Eventually, our couple friend invited us to a small hotel gathering. It would be an intimate event with just the two of them, a handful of men from the group chat, and us. We discussed the idea at length, ensuring we were both comfortable with whatever might unfold. I could tell my wife is starting to overflow with excitement. Her chest is full of redness, which tells me she is beyond turned on with the thought of what may come. I had a million different emotions running through my head and couldn't process my emotions into words. The only thing I did know was that the thought of my wife in a hotel room with several hung Black men worshipping her had my cock rock hard and leaking precum. We informed our new couple friend we would attend but made no guarantee of play with my wife, but we would see how the night unfolds.

The Hotel Party

The night of the party arrived, and with it, a mix of excitement, anxiety, and curiosity. My wife prepared with the same care as she would for a first date—an attention to detail that only heightened the tension and anticipation. On the drive over, I was filled with tension, excitement, lust, concern, nervousness, and fear all at the same time.

At the hotel, the atmosphere was relaxed. We chatted with the couple and sipped drinks to let loose while waiting for the BBC guests to arrive. The ladies got comfortable changing into their lingerie. Shortly after the first male arrived, soon after, his buddy showed up, followed by the third and final male. I could sense disappointment from the two ladies that only three males showed. However, formal introductions were made brief, as the dynamic quickly shifted. It all became so surreal. My wife was going to be BLACKED.

The first two males that arrived quickly disposed of their clothes and were getting her undressed, and she was stroking their cocks. Neither guy was overly massive but obviously bigger than my white cock. My wife watched eagerly as the other wife was sucking both guys off. It was like watching a porn live and in action.

The moment of truth

The third guy that showed up approaches my wife, looking her up and down, asking, "When are you going to get naked and have some fun?" Before she could answer him, he starts caressing her legs; she eagerly spreads them for him so he can get a better view. He says, "Let me taste that pretty white pussy." Before I know it, she is on her back, legs spread wide, and this Black man is tongue-lashing my wife's pussy. She reaches over and grabs my hand while she starts cumming over and over again. Which got the attention of the other two Black men. My heart is racing, and my cock is rock hard as this is happening.

After making her scream in pleasure for several minutes, he apologized to my wife that he could not get his cock hard because he drank too much; otherwise, he would be rearranging her insides. He then whips out his soft cock, shaking it at her. Even soft, he was huge. It may have been the biggest cock I've ever seen in person. He slaps his cock on her pussy, making several loud thumps. He then stands up, kisses my wife on the cheek, and says, "Next time that sweet white pussy is mine, and I will stretch you out and give you a proper blacking you need." He then walks over to the other wife and tells her, Your turn, baby; let me taste that sweet pussy.

While he was tongue-lashing her, the other two guys made their way to my wife, cocks rock hard from being sucked by the other wife. They were excited to play with this black cock virgin. They got close to her, and she immediately grabbed both their cocks, one in each hand. She started sucking them, going back and forth between the two. My heart started racing; my brain didn't know how to react to it. There was a rush of blood that went straight to my brain, then made a mad dash to my cock. One of the guys was a small-statured, light-skinned Black man with a decent-sized cock; the other guy was much darker and a little bit taller with a slightly shorter cock but thicker. I couldn't believe my eyes. I had never seen my wife like this; she looked like a woman possessed.

Getting Blacked

The lighter-skinned Black guy threw a condom on, saying, "I'm taking that BBC virginity." He laid my wife on her back and spread her legs. He slowly entered her virgin BBC pussy. Meanwhile, she had the darker-skinned guy's cock in her mouth. As her black virgin pussy was being penetrated for the first time, she started to moan loudly around the other guy's cock, even though he was barely inside her. She was getting blacked not by one BBC but by TWO BBCs at the same time. It was an incredible sight to see. It was also overwhelming and overstimulating as well. There was some jealousy that started to brew within also. It was the first time I'd seen another man touch my wife in a sexual way. The lighter skin guy, once he was all the way inside her, making sure she adjusted to his size, started giving her long, deep strokes. Her moans started to grow louder and louder, even though her lips were tightly wrapped around the darker-skinned guy's cock.

The light-skinned guy started to pick up the pace in his strokes, making them deeper and longer. Her eyes began to roll in the back of her head, and her toes were curling. She had to take the other guy's cock out of her mouth. Because she was having an orgasm that she had never had before. Frustration sat in for the darker-skinned guy because his buddy was hogging her pussy. So he made his way to the other bed to start fucking the other wife as the third guy was finished giving her oral. I couldn't take my eyes off my wife. I had never seen her like this before. I sat there on the same bed she was lying on, watching her get fucked by another man. He had her legs pinned back and was really going deep, and as he was thrusting deep into her, she was thrusting her hips back into him; as he was fucking her, she was fucking him back. She looked over at me with her face flushed from the excitement. Her deep blue eyes were looking into my soul with such passion I thought I might cum on myself even though I hadn't touched my cock. I wanted to stroke myself, I wanted to join in, I wanted her to suck me with the hunger and passion she sucked those two Black guys. I wanted her to fuck me back the way she was fucking him. However, I just sat there frozen, watching her. At some point I had taken my pants off sitting there in my boxers. She reached over and grabbed my dick, and a large drop of precum came dripping out of my cock through my boxers and onto her hand. The harder he fucked her, the harder she gripped my cock. She then put her hand inside my boxers, gripping my cock with the same hand she just had wrapped around a big black cock. She then wrapped those sexy lips around my cock that had just been wrapped around a big black cock. Such a different look, being around my cock than that of the black cock, even though she has had her lips wrapped around my cock a thousand times before.

He started pumping faster and faster. I felt what the other guy felt as she started moaning louder with each thrust. I had to pull my cock away before I came; I wasn't ready. He then lets out an animalistic grunt and says, I'm about to cum, followed by three hard thrusts and a loud, I'M CUMMING. He lay there on top of her, out of breath, as she lay on the bed under him, out of breath. He got up, pulling his BBC out of my wife's pussy, exposing a condom full of cum. I was shocked at the amount of cum inside the condom; it was so full it almost started leaking out. He takes the condom off, throwing it in a nearby trashcan. Sitting there in disbelief of what I just witnessed. I secretly wish he was not wearing a condom so I could have seen her pussy filled full of his cum.

Round two

He then walks across the room, grabs another condom, puts it on, walks back to my wife, grabs her by the hips, and pulls her close, then turns her over and enters her doggystyle. He started fucking her aggressively with long, quick, and hard thrusts. She started to moan in a way that I have not heard her moan before. The amount of different emotions that were running throughout my head cannot be expressed in words. What I do know after 15 years of marriage is that it was the first time I've seen my wife like this. Hell, there were a lot of firsts that night. I just knew my cock had never been this hard or leaked this much precum. After what seemed like an eternity, he finished again, falling on top of her after he came. He pulled out, and to my surprise, the condom was yet again full of BBC cum. Again the thought of him cumming inside her ran through my head. It wasn't what we had discussed as being an option; condoms were a must, as she is still fertile. The wrongness of it, the taboo of it, turned me on so much that I wanted to see her pussy full of a Black man's cum. But it also enraged me at the same time.

Aftermath

My wife lay there for a bit. She motioned for me to come close. She asks me if I am okay. Before I can answer, she is rubbing my cock; the precum is leaking everywhere. The guy that just fucked her relentlessly got dressed, walked over, kissed her on the cheek, shook my hand, thanked me, and left. We look over to the other bed where the other guy was finishing up with the other wife. Totally lost in what was happening on our bed, I forgot they were there. He leaves, and the two wives get on the same bed and are talking about what just took place. The husband then asks me if I want to take his wife for a spin. I looked at my wife, and having not discussed me playing and embarrassed to say I wouldn't have lasted three seconds inside her or anyone at that point, having been turned on for the last several hours, I declined a decision to this day I regret not taking the opportunity. Both women looked exhausted from the dicking they just received.

The husband then pulls out a crop and starts spanking his wife with it. My wife, who likes to be pushed and punished, asked for the same treatment. He looks at me for permission before he strikes her ass with the crop. We took turns "disciplining" our wives for being so naughty. We then parted ways and started the journey home.

My wife requested French fries for the ride home; of course, I made the stop to get them for her. We sat awkwardly in silence for a while, neither knowing what to say. Once she got her fries, she broke the silence, asking me how I felt and what my thoughts were. I responded with it was incredibly hot, and I was extremely turned on watching her get fucked. I did have one regret, and that's I didn't take many pictures or videos of the night as I was way too distracted. We made it home, and she quickly got undressed and lay in our bed and said, It's your turn to reclaim your wife. I slid my bare white cock inside her pussy. She was still extremely wet, and it was extremely hot. It felt different from any other time we have had sex. My cock was inside her after a BBC was inside her for several hours. I tried my best to fuck her the way he did to give her the same experience he gave her. I know it wasn't the same, but I probably fucked her harder than I've ever fucked her before. It didn't take me long to start flooding her pussy when she told me to cum inside her. Take back your wife's pussy. As I started shooting my load inside her, I could not help but think about the two condoms that her Black lover for the evening filled. Wishing that it was his cum filling her pussy.

Throughout the evening, I experienced a whirlwind of emotions. Seeing my wife in this environment—confident, free, and deeply connected to her desires—was both arousing and humbling. There was undeniable jealousy, too, as I processed the reality of sharing my Hotwife.

This was just the beginning of our Hotwife experience.

#interracial snowbunny #bbc for white #hotwives #qos4bbc #swingers #adult entertainment

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gabrielleragusi · 3 months ago

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Hey, I see you, new followers!

Hi! I haven't done this in a long time but I thought I'd introduce myself again.

I'm Gabrielle, or Elle for short.

Personal bio

Italian. 29. Reader of horror and dark fantasy, and a nerd in general. I was raised on fantasy books and Disney in a mixed family (Indo-Mauritian mum, Italian dad). My favourite TV series is The Twilight Zone, but I use quotes from Friends and The Simpsons in my daily life. My comfort read is The Hobbit... and my second comfort read is 'Salem's Lot. I also listen to oldish rock music (60s-90s) but I won't get into my favourite bands because it may be a controversial topic. I'll just say that I'll listen to anything that goes from Fleetwood Mac to The Sisters of Mercy. I love history and true crime, and I'm obsessed with the big mysteries that have shocked the world and my country... like, who's Zodiac? Are Zodiac and the Monster of Florence the same person? I think yes, to be honest. Too many coincidences. What happened to Majorana? What happened to Emanuela Orlandi (whom you may know as the Vatican girl)? When I'm not painting or reading, I'm writing. I'm currently working on a story that takes place in northern Italy, and involves dark characters and even darker events.

Now, here's what you really want to know, especially if you're an art director browsing tumblr (the best place to find artists at the moment, forget ArtStation or Instagram), or an author looking for someone to bring your characters to life, or to give a cover to your manuscript.

Illustrator bio

I've been working as an illustrator for the past ten years. I began my career with smaller, private commissions (including portraits), and built my portfolio to attract clients interested in fantasy illustrations, my favourite genre. Now I work with authors, publishers, shops, and book subscription boxes. I want to mention the one company that helped me polish my portfolio thanks to their monthly commissions, Chest of Fandoms, because sadly, as of this month, they won't release any more boxes. I've also worked for LitJoy Crate, Fairyloot, Illumicrate, The Bookish Box, Owlcrate, The Arcane Society, and many more. The tools I use are both digital and traditional. I mostly paint in Photoshop, but for personal illustrations and some commercial projects I'll use alcohol markers, acrylics and coloured pencils on board. I also occasionally use oil paint. Over the past two years, I started exploring graphic design. I love combining my illustration skills with stylised designs for discreet book covers, foil designs, patterns, etc... I've always loved minimal aesthetics and I've found that they balance out my more detailed and rendered illustrations. In short, I love exploring styles while remaining true to what I love. Something I've been thinking about a lot recently is just how much I love and trust the process, more so than the final result. With AI on the rise, I think that this is very important and sets a line between someone who's passionate about their work, and someone who doesn't care about the process – the hours spent sweating and laughing maniacally over each painting stroke – but rather wants to get to the result no matter how. Yes, it's a bit judgemental of me, I know, but this was to say that I love the process.

If you want to check out my portfolio, you can find it here. For any questions, feel free to ask via chat, DM, or by sending an email to [email protected]

#Artists on Tumblr #Gabrielle Ragusi #Intro Post #Introduction #I see you new followers

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darkmaga-returns · 1 month ago

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Google has reached a $1.375 billion settlement with Texas over allegations the tech giant intruded on user privacy by collecting data without proper consent. The resolution, announced by Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton, concludes two lawsuits centered on the company’s handling of sensitive information across several of its products.

More: Incognito Mode: One of the Sneakiest Big Tech Lies

The lawsuits focused on practices involving Google’s location tracking, biometric data collection, and its private browsing tool, Incognito mode. According to Paxton, the company engaged in prolonged surveillance of individuals’ movements, online activity, and even biometric identifiers like voiceprints and facial features, activities he claimed were conducted without user knowledge or agreement.

“In Texas, Big Tech is not above the law,” said Paxton. “For years, Google secretly tracked people’s movements, private searches, and even their voiceprints and facial geometry through their products and services. I fought back and won.”

Although the total settlement figure has been made public, specific terms remain undisclosed, and the state has not explained how the funds will be distributed.

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greater-than-the-sword · 2 years ago

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How to Back up a Tumblr Blog

This will be a long post.

Big thank you to @afairmaiden for doing so much of the legwork on this topic. Some of these instructions are copied from her verbatim.

Now, we all know that tumblr has an export function that theoretially allows you to export the contents of your blog. However, this function has several problems including no progress bar (such that it appears to hang for 30+ hours) and when you do finally download the gargantuan file, the blog posts cannot be browsed in any way resembling the original blog structure, searched by tag, etc.

What we found is a tool built for website archiving/mirroring called httrack. Obviously this is a big project when considering a large tumblr blog, but there are some ways to help keep it manageable. Details under the cut.

How to download your blog with HTTrack:

Website here

You will need:

A reliable computer and a good internet connection.

Time and space. For around 40,000 posts, expect 48 hours and 40GB. 6000 posts ≈ 10 hours, 12GB. If possible, test this on a small blog before jumping into a major project. There is an option to stop and continue an interrupted download later, but this may or may not actually resume where it left off. Keep in mind that Tumblr is a highly dynamic website with things changing all the time (notes, icons, pages being updated with every post, etc).

A custom theme. It doesn't have to be pretty, but it does need to be functional. That said, there are a few things you may want to make sure are in your theme before starting to archive:

the drop down meatball menu on posts with the date they were posted

tags visible on your theme, visible from your blog's main page

no icon images on posts/notes (They may be small, but keep in mind there are thousands of them, so if nothing else, they'll take up time. Instructions on how to exclude them below.)

Limitations: This will not save your liked or private posts, or messages. Poll results also may not show up.

What to expect from HTTrack:

HTTrack will mirror your blog locally by creating a series of linked HTML files that you can browse with your browser even if tumblr were to entirely go down. The link structure mimics the site structure, so you should be able to browse your own blog as if you had typed in the url of your custom theme into the browser. Some elements may not appear or load, and much of the following instructions are dedicated to making sure that you download the right images without downloading too many unnecessary images.

There will be a fair bit of redundancy as it will save:

individual posts pages for all your tags, such as tagged/me etc (If you tend to write a lot in your tags, you may want to save time and space by skipping this option. Instructions below.)

the day folder (if you have the meatball menu)

regular blog pages (page/1 etc)

How it works: HTTrack will be going through your url and saving the contents of every sub directory. In your file explorer this will look like a series of nested folders.

How to Start

Download and run HTTrack.

In your file directory, create an overarching folder for the project in some drive with a lot of space.

Start a new project. Select this folder in HTTrack as the save location for your project. Name your project.

For the url, enter https://[blogname].tumblr.com. Without the https:// you'll get a robots.txt error and it won't save anything.

Settings:

Open settings. Under "scan rules":

Check the box for filetypes .gif etc. Make sure the box for .zip etc. is unchecked. Check the box for .mov etc.

Under "limits":

Change the max speed to between 100,000 - 250,000. The reason this needs to be limited is because you could accidentally DDOS the website you are downloading. Do not DDOS tumblr.

Change the link limit to maybe 200,000-300,000 for a cutoff on a large blog, according to @afairmaiden. This limit is to prevent you from accidentally having a project that goes on infinitely due to redundancy or due to getting misdirected and suddenly trying to download the entirety of wikipedia.

Go through the other tabs. Check the box that says "Get HTML first". Uncheck "find every link". Uncheck "get linked non-html files". If you don't want to download literally the entire internet. Check "save all items in cache as well as HTML". Check "disconnect when finished".

Go back to Scan Rules.

There will be a large text box. In this box we place a sort of blacklist and whitelist for filetypes.

Paste the following text into that box.

+*.mp4 +*.gifv -*x-callback-url* -*/sharer/* -*/amp -*tumblr.com/image* -*/photoset_iframe/*

Optional:

-*/tagged/* (if you don't want to save pages for all your tags.)

-*/post/* (if you don't want to save each post individually. not recommended if you have readmores that redirect to individual posts.)

-*/day/* (if you don't feel it's necessary to search by date)

Optional but recommended:

-*/s64x64u*.jpg -*tumblr_*_64.jpg -*avatar_*_64.jpg -*/s16x16u*.jpg -*tumblr_*_16*.jpg -*avatar_*_16.jpg -*/s64x64u*.gif -*tumblr_*_64.gif -*avatar_*_64.gif -*/s16x16u*.gif -*tumblr_*_16.gif -*avatar_*_16.gif

This will prevent the downloading of icons/avatars, which tend to be extremely redundant as each image downloads a separate time for each appearance.

Many icons are in .pnj format and therefore won't download unless you add the extension (+*.pnj), so you may be able to whitelist the URLs for your and your friends' icons. (Honestly, editing your theme to remove icons from your notes may be the simpler solution here.)

You should now be ready to start.

Make sure your computer doesn't overheat during the extremely long download process.

Pages tend to be among the last things to save. If you have infinite scroll on, your first page (index.html) may not have a link to page 2, but your pages will be in the folder.

Shortly after your pages are done, you may see the link progress start over. This may be to check that everything is complete. At this point, it should be safe to click cancel if you want to stop, but you run the risk of more stuff being missing. You will need to wait a few minutes for pending transfers to be competed.

Once you're done, you'll want to check for: Files without an extension.

Start with your pages folder, sort items by file type, and look for ones that are simply listed as "file" rather than HTML. Add the appropriate extension (in this case, .html) and check to see if it works. (This may cause links to this page to appear broken.)

Next, sort by file size and check for 0B files. HTMLs will appear as a blank page. Delete these. Empty folders. View files as large icons to find these quickly.

If possible, make a backup copy of your project file and folder, especially if you have a fairly complete download and you want to update it.

Finally, turn off your computer and let it rest.

#long post #httrack #tumblr #tumblr hacks #archiving #archive #back up your shit #backing up your shit

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margoteve · 11 months ago

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Normandy Album 1

Ch. 1. Proof of life

Summary: Javik gets into photography.

Ship: Tsovik, Shakarian

Available to read on AO3, Inspired by this post by @luosaugury

Next chapter: Joker wishes to troll Shepard and Garrus. With tactical use of Grunt.

Enjoy.

The first camera was a gift.

After Admiral Hanna Shepard's funeral the Commander wanted to go through all the storage lockers and the attick containing all the Shepard family legacy. The old Normandy crew volunteered so it wasn't just Vakarian and Shepard. Even the Prothean, taking a break during the 2nd book writing with Liara decided to help.

The camera was old. Javik scoffed at it grumbling his usual 'Primitives' line as Shepard explained what it was and how it worked. It belonged to a long gone relative who took it up as a profession. There was also a photo album containing their work in the same box. Javik flipped through it at first in a mildly contemptuous curiosity but as he studied the photos - seconds of life captured on a square piece of plastic - he found himself drawn to it. The grainy quality of the pictures, memories of life long gone, people that once lived and left a small mark captured in this photo album. The world after Reapers was still loud, too bright for him but these old photos sparked something in him. In a way, in a very primitive way, these were like Echo shards of his people.

Shepard noticed the contemplating look on his face.

"You can take it," she said, nudging the box containing the photography equipment and albums. "Better it goes to you than gathering dust here."

He bristled at first trying to cover up his emotions and opened his mouth to sneer at the 'primitive technology' but he noticed Liara behind Shepard's back giving him a hopeful smile. He instead nodded, closed the box and carried it outside the storage warehouse.

It was a bit of a hassle to figure out how to actually work the camera. Even more to learn how to make the photos look how he wanted. Liara encouraged him. She happy that he found an interest other than guns when he wasn't by her side uncovering new Prothean relics and trying to claim the tools they found as 'worship objects' while they were simply a nose pick or toilet seat. Good thing he was good at dodging the projectiles she'd throw at him for trying to troll her.

Those were his first photos. Angry Liara, exasperated Liara, Liara annoyed. Happy Liara, deep in thoughts Liara, Liara with her mouth stuffed with some sort of dessert and panic in her eyes as she realized he captured her image. There were also his private Liaras, the ones he wouldn't share with anyone. Some of the photos were shit of course - blurry or with a sun flare, random finger in the lens. But he got better, learned from his mistakes. Eventually he expanded his subjects to citizens of colonies they visited as well as Citadel. Hanars were more than happy to pose even when he didn't want them to.

Though, Tali Zorah would still give him grief over the photographies of himself.

"You take selfies like a grandpa," she teased him.

"I do not see the point in them," he gruffed, brushing her off.

"It would be a nice change of pace though if you included yourself a bit more in these," Liara added quietly, browsing through his latest work. "More proof you have been here..."

His eyes lingered on her and she blushed turning her head away from him.

He invested in better tripods and studied carefully how to take proper 'selfies'. He didn't like the dronesand VIs so all his cameras were purely mechanical. His Liara collection now increased in photos with him in them.

The ultimate test came from Shepard again.

"I want you to do some photography at my wedding," she told him.

"Won't the combined Allience and Hierachy broadcast the whole thing?" Javik looked at her skeptical.

"That will be the 'official' one. We want to do a small, candid ceremony before the circus one. I want something genuine," she said.

"We thought since you really can handle the whole thing, you'd be perfect fit for it," Vakarian added.

"It just has to be genuine, Javik." Shepard smiled softly.

He agreed.

He did it. Captured the laughs of his past comrades, the slackjawed awe of Vakarian when he saw Shepard walking down the short aisle. The dancing, drinks, the party. As he was developing photos after the reception, looking through photos of Jack making out with Miranda, Grunt catching the bouqet, Wrex completely covered in krogan toddlers and kids, mournfully watching others being drunk he noticed a few photos he didn't take. Photos of him, toasting with James, swapping stories with Joker, attacked by krogan children, holding Liara's hand. He stared at them for a long while. He was there, he lived. He will be remembered.

#mass effect #javik #liara t'soni #tsovik #t'sovik #shakarian #garrus vakarian #femshep #female shepard #eve writes stuff

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melanieph321 · 2 years ago

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Ruben Dias x Black Reader - The Bodyguard Part 4/8

Summary - Reader is a popstars in trouble and Ruben is her new bodyguard, here to protect and help her find out who wants to hurt her. But what happens when the relationship between Reader and Ruben simply gets too personal?

Enjoy!

"What if it's just Elvis messing with you?" Your sister said.

The follwing days were spent trying to figure out what this wanna be terrorists wanted from you.

"I don't think so. I've never told anyone about Dickonataor 3000. Everybody just assumes a crazy fan sent me that bloody knife."

"Oh, well. I've told Tanya not to give into the threats. Imagine what this maniac would do with ten million euros."

"But the pictures." You said, feeling slightly guilty for putting Tanya in this position, she left your apartment swearing that if the Images ever got leaked, you'd be the one to pay for it.

"She'll get over it. You have more important things to think about."

"Like what?" You frowned.

"Like your gala performance tonight."

"Right." You had forgot about the invite you received to preform at at this big charity event.

"Do I really have to go to that?"

"Of course you do. Y/N, you have nothing to worry about, not with Ruben as your bodyguard."

Your sister was right about that. You had become dependent on Ruben and the shadow he casted behind you. He followed you where ever you went, not allowing anyone to come within arms reach, not even your fans.

"I don't need you to come dress shopping with me." You told him. It's where you drew the line. Suraya Bebu was one of your favorite designers and a very private woman. Ruben's presence could intimidate her and the last thing you needed was to not have a dress for your performance tonight. But of course, as stubborn as he was, Ruben came with you anyway.

"Y/N, darling!" The elegant lady greeted, as you stepped into her boutique, followed by Ruben.

"Madame Bebu! So nice to see you again."

The woman had gone for a hug and kiss with her greeting but paused at the sight of the tall man blocking the sun.

"Well, well, well. Who is this, your date for the evening?"

You frowned, "Who, Ruben?"

"Is that what his name is?" Madame Bebu let her glasses rest at the top of her nose, getting a better look at him.

"Oh, no." You protested. "This is just my bodyguard, Ruben. He will be with me tonight, but not as my date."

"Hmmm." Madame Bebu muttered, her eyes darting at the stern looking man who had taken his place by the door, guarding it. "I'll see what I can do." She said. "Follow me!"

"Oh, no Madame, I'm here for my fitting. Ruben doesn't need to try on anything."

"Nonsens! You said that he's not your date but he will be seen along side you tonight, no?"

"Yes, so?"

"So." She snorted. "If you're wearing Madame Bebu, he's wearing Madame Bebu. I will not have another designers name match my dress, especially not some two pieced, what is he wearing, Armani?"

"Ruben." You anxiously waved him over.

He was quickly at your service "Yes?"

You reached up to whisper in his ear, causing his eyes to bat in suprise. "Y/N, I'm sorry but..."

"Please Ruben, she won't let me try on a dress unless you try on a suit."

"Y/N, I'm not here to..."

"I know, I know, it's below your paygrade, but what else is new?"

Ruben's expression softened, seeing the desperation in your eyes. "Fine." He sighed and stripped himself of his jacket.

"Oh my." Madame Bebu gasped.

Ruben wore a white t-shirt underneath his jacket, tight enough to show off the swell of his biceps and the traces of his abs.

"I'll go get my measuring tools." She winked, leaving you and Ruben to wander her boutique.

It was a luxurious boutique, filled with racks of delicate fabrics and dazzling designs. You browsed through the gowns, trying to find the perfect one, while Ruben wandered over to the selection of suits.

As you slipped into the first dress, you couldn't help but notice Ruben in the mirror nearby, struggling with the buttons of a suit jacket. You burst into laughter, seeing his usually composed demeanor fall away as he fumbled with the garment.

"Ruben, you're supposed to make it look easy," you teased, amusement dancing in your eyes.

He smirked and turned towards you. "Well, Y/N, maybe you should try helping me instead of standing there and laughing."

You rushed to assist him, your hands brushing against each other as you worked on the buttons of the suit.

"Like this?" He asked, follwing your lead with the buttons.

"She is a special designer, madame Bebu. All of her designs are so unique."

"No shit." Ruben gushed.

You giggled, raising your hands to adjust his collar. The untamed hair on the back of his neck tickled your fingertips. "You should get a hair cut."

"You should let me do my job. So I guess neither of us is getting what we want."

You smiled, but it quickly faded. Ruben noticed this and helped you fold the last corner of his collar. "Are you nervous about your performance tonight?"

You shook your head. "More excited. The song I'm performing is one I wrote for my mother. It's sad that she can't be here and see me perfom it live."

"Does she live far away?" Ruben asked. He seemed a bit more relaxed now. You liked this side of him the most.

"She lives in Brussels where I'm from."

"You're from Belgium?"

"Didn't my accent give me away?"

He smiled "No."

"Tell me where you're from. Where abouts in Portugal?"

Ruben's eyes search your face, perhaps conflicted about how much of his private life that he should share with you.

"I'm from...."

"Sorry I'm late, my plane was..."

"Tyson?"

You and Ruben had been standing close. That distance decreased when a man, dressed in white sneakers and a leather jacket, stepped into the boutique.

"Y/N?" He frowned, his eyes shifting between you and Ruben, Ruben who was shielding your body a bit with his own.

"It's okay." You said. "I know him."

Ruben let you through. He let you approach the man, who held out his arms for you to fall into his embrace.

"Suprise!" He said.

"What are you doing here?"

"What do you mean? I came to support my girlfriend of course, support her on the success of her new album."

You wiggled out of his embrace, turning to look at Ruben. "This is Tyson, Tyson is my...my...."

Soft lips braced your neck, Tysons lips.

"...boyfriend."

#fanfiction #football imagine #man city #manchester city #ruben dias #ruben dias x reader #ruben dias imagine #footballer imagine #footballer x reader #football angst #ruben dias x black reader #black reader

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halfbaked00q · 3 months ago

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hmm iiiinteresting

I was lowkey curious if there was a way to spoiler tag in ao3 bookmarks but my goog terms were too general lmao

however. it did lead to several reddit threads in which ppl discuss or mention the purpose of bookmarks, and. the most interesting-to-me part was that ppl on reddit seem to agree/tend to casually mention that CRITICISMS and disagreements the reader has can go in bookmarks. Above all, the consensus seems to be that bookmarks are a READER's space (which. tbh. I do agree with).

the reason this is interesting to me is bc there's no caveat of "well if you're gonna say anything negative, dont. or you can just/should make that bookmark private cuz the author can see it and it exists in a similar space as negative comments." Which I feel like tends to be the more dominant opinion I see around *here.*

However, the ppl of reddit seem to take for granted that some ppl may perhaps browse bookmarks as like an additional rec or filtering tool, and at least a good handful outright state that bookmarks ARE spaces for " warnings or criticisms" for example *for other readers to see*. (harassment obv does not fall under this- but if it's a crit that isn't harassment then the opinion on reddit seems to generally be yeah it's the reader's space)

anyway. interesting to me but not sure I'd utilize it exactly. What I do right now is sort of treat my bookmarks as both like, notes for elements I may in the future think of and want to find again, or ones I was looking for as "fic with x" and found again and noted, or particular quotes I find striking etc.

but like, any bookmark that is public is sort of like a "guy I wouldn't mind being seen in public with" situation lol. mostly my current private bookmarks are "fics I thought were eh but I may come across again due to tags/summary"- this sort of indexes it ig? there's a couple bookmarks which I bookmarked years ago and have priv'ed recently cuz they don't do it for me anymore, tho they must have done at some point. But I don't necessarily note what it is I didn't like about it or didn't work for me in those and keep it public, I think cuz for me the public vs private is more of like. would I want to be seen with this fic in public lol. cuz ig fics I don't like, I just don't tend to bookmark in the first place. actually I have some priv bookmarks too which are like. this is not my speed but I found it compelling. or sth. idk. i run a lot of vibes, bros. we know this.

#if there are any notes like 'not to my taste' or 'i don't like xyz' then like. imo that's fine to go in bookmark notes #yes even public ones #bc. yes. i do believe that bookmarks are a reader's space #and also. i don't like x or whatever isn't a referendum on the work per se #it's something you should not say in a comment for sure. but again. it's like. if we agree that we are ultimately peers in this environment #then readers have a space - or should have a space - in all of this too #it can't all just be one-sided considerations #yes we want to observe etiquette. but the etiquette can't only be one-sided either #imo.

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mariacallous · 22 days ago

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For years, a mysterious figure who goes by the handle Stern led the Trickbot ransomware gang and evaded identification—even as other members of the group were outed in leaks and unmasked. This week German authorities revealed, without much fanfare, who they believe that enigmatic hacker kingpin to be: Vitaly Nikolaevich Kovalev, a 36-year-old Russian man who remains at large in his home country.

Closer to home, WIRED revealed that Customs and Border Protection has mouth-swabbed 133,000 migrant children and teenagers to collect their DNA and uploaded their genetic data into a national criminal database used by local, state, and federal law enforcement. As the Trump administration’s migrant crackdown continues, often justified through invocations of crime and terrorism, WIRED also uncovered evidence that ties a Swedish far-right mixed-martial-arts tournament to an American neo-Nazi “fight club” based in California.

For those seeking to evade the US government surveillance, we offered tips about more private alternatives to US-based web browsing, email, and search tools. And we assembled a more general guide to protecting yourself from surveillance and hacking, based on questions our senior writer Matt Burgess received in a Reddit Ask Me Anything.

But that's not all. Each week, we round up the security and privacy news we didn't cover in depth ourselves. Click the headlines to read the full stories. And stay safe out there.

A Hacker May Have Deepfaked Trump’s Chief of Staff in a Phishing Campaign

The FBI is investigating who impersonated Susie Wiles, the Trump White House’s chief of staff and one of the president’s closest advisers, in a series of fraudulent messages and calls to high-profile Republican political figures and business executives, The Wall Street Journal reported. Government officials and authorities involved in the probe say the spear-phishing messages and calls appear to have targeted individuals on Wiles’ contact list, and Wiles has reportedly told colleagues that her personal phone was hacked to gain access to those contacts.

Despite Wiles’ reported claim of having her device hacked, it remains unconfirmed whether this was actually how attackers identified Wiles’ associates. It would also be possible to assemble such a target list from a combination of publicly available information and data sold by gray-market brokers.

“It's an embarrassing level of security awareness. You cannot convince me they actually did their security trainings,” says Jake Williams, a former NSA hacker and vice president of research and development at Hunter Strategy. “This is the type of garden-variety social engineering that everyone can end up dealing with these days, and certainly top government officials should be expecting it.”

In some cases, the targets received not just text messages but phone calls that impersonated Wiles’ voice, and some government officials believe the calls may have used artificial intelligence tools to fake Wiles’ voice. If so, that would make the incident one of the most significant cases yet of so-called deepfake software being used in a phishing attempt.

It’s not yet clear how Wiles’ phone might have been hacked, but the FBI has ruled out involvement by a foreign nation in the impersonation campaign, the bureau reportedly told White House officials. In fact, while some of the impersonation attempts appeared to have political goals—a member of Congress, for instance, was asked to assemble a list of people Trump might pardon—in at least one other case the impersonator tried to trick a target into setting up a cash transfer. That attempt at a money grab suggests that the spoofing campaign may be less of an espionage operation than a run-of-the-mill cybercriminal fraud scheme, albeit one with a very high-level target.

“There’s an argument here for using something like Signal—yes, the irony—or another messaging platform that offers an independent form of authentication if users want to validate who they’re talking to,” Hunter Strategy's Williams says. “The key thing as always is for government officials to be using vetted tools and following all federally mandated protocols rather than just winging it on their own devices.”

Iranian Man Behind Baltimore Ransomware Attack Pleads Guilty

The 2019 ransomware attack against the city government of Baltimore represents one of the worst municipal cybersecurity disasters on record, paralyzing city services for months and costing taxpayers tens of millions of dollars. Now the Department of Justice has unexpectedly revealed that it arrested one of the hackers behind that attack, 37-year-old Sina Gholinejad, in North Carolina last January, and that he has pleaded guilty in court. Gholinejad has admitted to being involved in the larger Robbinhood ransomware campaign that hit other targets, including the cities of Greenville, North Carolina, and Yonkers, New York. It’s still far from clear how Gholinejad was identified or why he traveled from Iran to the US, given that most ransomware criminals are careful to remain in countries that don’t have extradition agreements with the US government and are thus beyond US law enforcement’s reach. Indeed, the indictment against him names several unnamed co-conspirators who may be still at large in Iran.

Russia’s Nuclear Blueprints Exposed in Huge Document Leak

More than 2 million documents left exposed in a public database have revealed Russia’s nuclear weapons facilities in unprecedented levels of detail, according to reporting this week by Danish media outlet Danwatch and Germany’s Der Spiegel. Reporters examined the huge trove of documents relating to Russian military procurement—as Russian authorities slowly restricted access—and found blueprints for nuclear facilities across the country. Experts called the leak an unparalleled breach of Russia’s nuclear security, with the data potentially being incredibly useful for foreign governments and intelligence services.

The documents show how Russia’s nuclear facilities have been rebuilt in recent years, where new facilities have been created, detailed site plans including the locations of barracks and watchtowers, and the locations of underground tunnels connecting buildings. There are descriptions of IT systems and security systems, including information on surveillance cameras, electric fences being used, and the alarm systems in place. “It’s written explicitly where the control rooms are located, and which buildings are connected to each other via underground tunnels,” Danwatch reports.

Cops Used License Plate Recognition Cameras in Search for Woman Who Got an Abortion

License-plate-recognition cameras are creating huge databases of people’s movements across America—capturing where and when cars are traveling. For years there have been concerns that the cameras could be weaponized by law enforcement officials or private investigators and turned against those seeking abortions or providing abortion-related care. Officials from Johnson County Sheriff’s Office in Texas—where nearly all abortions are illegal—searched 83,000 Flock license-plate reader cameras at the start of this month while looking for a woman they claim had a self-administered abortion, 404 Media reported this week.

Sheriff Adam King said that the officials weren’t trying to “block her from leaving the state” and were searching for the woman as her family was concerned about her safety. However, experts say that conducting a search across the entire United States shows the sprawling dragnet of license-plate-reader cameras and highlights how those seeking abortions can be tracked. “The idea that the police are actively tracking the location of women they believe have had self-administered abortions under the guise of ‘safety’ does not make me feel any better about this kind of surveillance,” Eva Galperin, director of cybersecurity at the Electronic Frontier Foundation told 404 Media.

Investment Scam Company Linked to $200 Million in Losses Sanctioned by US Government

Philippines-based company Funnull Technology and its boss, Liu Lizhi, have been sanctioned by the US Treasury’s Office of Foreign Assets Control for their links to investment and romance scams, which are often referred to as “pig-butchering” scams. “Funnull has directly facilitated several of these schemes, resulting in over $200 million in US victim-reported losses,” OFAC said in a statement announcing the sanctions. The company purchases IP addresses from major cloud service providers and then sells them to cybercriminals who could use them to host scam websites—OFAC says Funnull is “linked to the majority” of investment scam websites reported to the FBI. In January independent cybersecurity journalist Brian Krebs detailed how Funnull was abusing Amazon’s and Microsoft’s cloud services.

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Harry and social media. Does he have a burner account? Does he see what is said about him (for example the red shorts pic that went viral recently)? Does he see what the other boys are up to?

Hey, thanks for this ask. :) I did this reading/post about his feelings on his image when fans were recently talking about the red shorts. He’s worn those shorts before though so maybe it was the way he was standing in that photo. For fun, no facts:

Harry and social media tarot reading

Does Harry have a hidden or private account?

Four of Pentacles (Reversed), The Hanged One, Six of Cups

Yes. These cards suggest that Harry has moved away from using public-facing, namesake accounts to maintain control over how he’s perceived. Instead, he may have created a private space online which is quieter, he lurks rather than participates. The Six of Cups points to memory and emotional grounding, suggesting the account could be linked to past self, comfort or privacy.

What platforms does he use for it?

(two cards per platform)

Tumblr – 😬Ace of Pentacles Reversed + King of Swords Reversed - Harry may use Tumblr in a low-profile or anonymous way. These cards suggest he’s not there to build something public, but possibly to browse, or quietly engage with content that interests him. The reversed King indicates he would value privacy, control over what’s seen, and the ability to observe rather than be observed.

X (Twitter) – Seven of Swords + Ten of Swords - Hard No. These cards strongly suggest withdrawal and finality. Whether because of past experiences or simply exhaustion, he appears to have left this platform behind completely. It’s not a space he engages with now, either publicly or privately.

TikTok – Death + Knight of Pentacles Reversed - He’s not active on TikTok. These cards reflect a lack of motivation to engage and a feeling that the platform doesn’t serve him. It may have been dismissed outright or abandoned quickly.

Instagram – Six of Swords + Seven of Wands Reversed - Possibly. My millennial king may use Instagram in a passive and private way. The Six of Swords suggests he’s distanced himself from using it as a tool for visibility, and the reversed Seven shows he’s no longer interested in defending his presence there. He may use a private or backup account strictly to observe, not to post or engage.

Does Harry post on this account?

Wheel of Fortune, Two of Wands

Yes, but only occasionally and when personally significant. These cards suggest his posting is tied to emotional or internal shifts rather than habit or schedule. The content may reflect a feeling of distance, introspection, or transition. Posts may be sparse, but meaningful to him, but it’s quiet.

What kind of posts does Harry like?

Two of Cups Reversed, The Magician Reversed, Nine of Pentacles, Strength

He seems to gravitate toward content that explores emotional nuance, solitude, and quiet resilience. These cards suggest he avoids attention-seeking or emotionally manipulative material. Instead, he may appreciate posts about independence, composure, and inner strength. There’s a preference for thoughtful, contained expression over loud or chaotic narratives.

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linke-to · 10 months ago

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Do You Really Need a VPN? Find Out!

Introduction

In today’s digital world, our online privacy is constantly under threat. Have you ever wondered how secure your personal data is when you're browsing the web or accessing public Wi-Fi? With increasing concerns about data breaches and surveillance, many people are turning to Virtual Private Networks (VPNs) to shield their online activities. But with so many options available, it can be overwhelming to figure out whether a VPN is truly necessary for you or if it’s just another tech trend.

This article aims to demystify VPNs by providing a clear and concise overview of what they are and why they have become a hot topic in the realm of internet security. We'll delve into the core functions of VPNs, explore their benefits and potential drawbacks, and help you assess if a VPN aligns with your personal online needs. By the end of this guide, you'll have a better understanding of whether a VPN is an essential tool for you or if other solutions might be more suitable for safeguarding your online presence.

What is a VPN?

A Virtual Private Network (VPN) is a tool designed to enhance your online privacy and security. At its core, a VPN creates a secure, encrypted connection between your device and the internet. This connection acts like a private tunnel that shields your online activities from prying eyes, making it harder for anyone, including hackers and internet service providers, to monitor what you're doing online. Think of a VPN as a protective cloak that conceals your digital footprint and allows you to browse the internet with a greater sense of security.

The functionality of a VPN involves routing your internet traffic through a remote server, which masks your IP address and encrypts your data. This process not only hides your true location but also ensures that any data you send or receive is encrypted, making it nearly impossible for unauthorized parties to access. By connecting to servers in various locations, a VPN also allows you to bypass geographical restrictions and access content that might otherwise be blocked in your region. This dual-layer protection—hiding your IP address and encrypting your data—creates a more secure and private browsing experience.

Understanding "What is a VPN?" is crucial for anyone concerned about online privacy. In an era where personal data is a valuable commodity and cyber threats are prevalent, having a VPN can be a significant asset. It offers peace of mind by safeguarding your information and providing a shield against potential threats. As we explore further in this article, you'll learn more about when a VPN is most beneficial and if it’s the right choice for your personal online security needs.

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Should I Accept VPN?

When considering whether to accept or adopt a VPN, it’s important to weigh its numerous benefits. One of the primary advantages of using a VPN is enhanced privacy. By masking your IP address and encrypting your internet traffic, a VPN shields your online activities from prying eyes such as hackers, advertisers, and even your internet service provider. This level of privacy ensures that your personal data remains confidential, making it significantly more challenging for third parties to track your browsing habits. Additionally, a VPN provides access to restricted or geo-blocked content, allowing you to enjoy streaming services, websites, and information that may be limited based on your location.

A VPN can be particularly relevant in various scenarios. For instance, if you frequently use public Wi-Fi networks, such as those in cafes or airports, a VPN offers an added layer of security against potential cyber threats. Public networks are often vulnerable to attacks, and a VPN helps protect your sensitive information from being intercepted. Similarly, if you travel often and want to access your home country’s streaming services or websites that are otherwise inaccessible abroad, a VPN can easily bypass these regional restrictions and provide you with the content you desire.

Considering the question "Should I accept VPN?" also involves evaluating your personal and professional needs. If you’re concerned about online privacy or frequently work with sensitive information, using a VPN can significantly enhance your digital security. It can also be beneficial if you live in a region with restrictive internet policies and want to freely access global content. On the other hand, if your online activities are relatively routine and you rarely access sensitive data, you may not find a VPN as crucial, although it still provides added security.

Ultimately, deciding whether to accept a VPN depends on your specific needs and concerns. The key is to assess how often you encounter situations where privacy and security are paramount. If these concerns resonate with your online habits, integrating a VPN into your routine can be a proactive step towards safeguarding your digital life and expanding your internet freedom.

When Should You Not Use a VPN?

While VPNs offer numerous benefits, there are certain situations where using one might not be ideal or necessary. For example, if you're accessing websites or services that don’t handle sensitive information or are already secure, the added layer of encryption provided by a VPN might be redundant. Additionally, if you're in a low-risk environment, such as a private and secure home network, the need for a VPN diminishes. Similarly, some websites and online services are designed to detect and block VPN traffic, which can result in difficulties accessing the content you need.

Another important consideration is the impact a VPN can have on your internet speed and performance. Because VPNs reroute your internet traffic through an external server, this can introduce latency and reduce connection speeds. This slowdown can be noticeable when streaming high-definition content or engaging in online gaming, where speed and responsiveness are crucial. If you’re performing activities that demand high-speed connections or if you have a limited bandwidth allocation, the performance drop caused by a VPN might outweigh its benefits.

Deciding when not to use a VPN also involves evaluating your specific use cases. For instance, if you’re using the internet for casual browsing or non-sensitive activities, the added security of a VPN might not be worth the potential decrease in speed. Moreover, for certain applications and services that function best with a direct connection, using a VPN could interfere with their optimal performance. It’s essential to weigh the trade-offs and determine whether the privacy and security benefits of a VPN align with your current needs and online behavior.

What is the Downside of a VPN?

While VPNs are often praised for enhancing online privacy and security, they are not without their downsides. One major concern is the privacy of the VPN provider itself. Although VPNs are designed to shield your data from external parties, some providers may log user activity or metadata, potentially compromising the very privacy they aim to protect. It’s crucial to research and choose a VPN service with a strict no-logs policy and transparent privacy practices to ensure that your data remains confidential.

Another consideration is the cost associated with subscribing to a VPN service. While free VPNs are available, they often come with limitations such as reduced speeds, fewer server options, and potential privacy issues. Paid VPN services, which generally offer better performance and security features, can range from relatively affordable to quite expensive. This ongoing expense might not be justifiable for everyone, especially if the benefits of a VPN do not align with their online activities and security needs.

Compatibility issues can also pose a challenge when using a VPN. Some websites and online services actively block VPN traffic to prevent bypassing geographical restrictions or fraud detection. This can result in difficulties accessing certain content or services while connected to a VPN. Additionally, certain applications and websites may not function properly with VPNs enabled, leading to disruptions in your online experience. It’s important to consider these potential drawbacks when evaluating whether a VPN is the right choice for your needs.

Does a VPN Affect Wi-Fi?

When you connect to a VPN, it’s common to experience changes in your Wi-Fi speed. A VPN routes your internet traffic through a secure server, which can introduce additional layers of encryption and data handling. This process, while enhancing security, can slow down your internet connection. The extent of this speed reduction depends on several factors, including the VPN server’s location, the encryption protocol used, and the overall quality of the VPN service. High-quality VPNs often minimize speed loss, but users should be prepared for potential decreases in browsing speed.

Network issues are another consideration when using a VPN over Wi-Fi. VPN connections can sometimes lead to unstable network performance, causing intermittent drops or slower connectivity. This can be especially noticeable on wireless networks with lower signal strength or higher congestion. Additionally, because VPNs create an encrypted tunnel for data, they may interfere with certain network protocols or configurations, potentially leading to connectivity problems or difficulty accessing specific online services.

In some cases, the interaction between a VPN and Wi-Fi networks can lead to unexpected complications. For instance, VPNs might struggle with certain types of network hardware or software, which can cause compatibility issues or connectivity errors. Additionally, some Wi-Fi networks, particularly in public or restricted environments, may block VPN traffic, further complicating your internet access. Users should consider these potential problems and test their VPN connection on various networks to ensure consistent performance.

Overall, while a VPN can impact Wi-Fi speed and connectivity, the degree of effect largely depends on the quality of the VPN service and the specific network conditions. For users who prioritize online privacy and security, the trade-off in speed and potential network issues might be worthwhile. However, it’s important to choose a reputable VPN provider and understand how it might interact with your Wi-Fi setup to minimize any negative impacts.

Is a VPN Needed for Home Wi-Fi?

When considering home Wi-Fi security, many people wonder if a VPN is necessary. A VPN can certainly add an extra layer of protection by encrypting your internet traffic and masking your IP address, which is beneficial for safeguarding sensitive information from potential threats. However, for most home networks, basic security measures such as strong passwords, WPA3 encryption, and regular firmware updates on your router are often sufficient to protect against common threats. While a VPN enhances security, its benefits might be more pronounced for those who frequently use public Wi-Fi or access sensitive information remotely.

Beyond using a VPN, there are several effective ways to secure your home Wi-Fi network. Implementing robust security protocols like WPA3 can prevent unauthorized access and ensure that your network is shielded from potential intruders. Additionally, regularly updating your router’s firmware and setting up a guest network for visitors can further bolster your home network's security. For many users, these measures, combined with cautious online behavior, can provide adequate protection without the need for a VPN.

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Is There Anything Better Than a VPN?

When it comes to online privacy and security, VPNs are often touted as the go-to solution, but they’re not the only tools available. Alternatives like proxy servers, secure browsers, and end-to-end encryption can also offer significant protection for your digital activities. Proxy servers, for instance, act as intermediaries between your device and the internet, masking your IP address but typically without the same level of encryption as a VPN. Secure browsers like Tor are designed to enhance privacy by routing your internet traffic through multiple servers, though they can sometimes slow down your browsing experience. End-to-end encryption ensures that your communications are only readable by the intended recipients, making it ideal for secure messaging and email.

Comparing these alternatives to VPNs reveals distinct differences in effectiveness and use cases. VPNs provide robust encryption, which secures all of your internet traffic and is effective across various devices and platforms. In contrast, proxy servers offer less security but can be useful for bypassing geo-restrictions. Secure browsers like Tor offer enhanced anonymity but may suffer from slower speeds and limited usability. End-to-end encryption is crucial for protecting specific types of communication, but it does not encrypt all internet traffic like a VPN does. Each tool has its strengths and limitations, so the best choice depends on your specific privacy and security needs.

While VPNs offer comprehensive protection, evaluating these alternatives can help you find a solution that best fits your requirements. For users who need robust, all-encompassing privacy, a VPN might be the preferred choice. However, if you’re looking for targeted protection or want to supplement your existing security measures, integrating secure browsers, proxies, or end-to-end encryption into your digital routine can be effective. Each tool can complement a VPN or serve as an alternative based on what aspects of privacy and security are most important to you.

Ultimately, the choice between a VPN and other privacy tools depends on the level of security and anonymity you seek. For comprehensive protection and convenience, a VPN is often a strong choice. However, exploring other options like proxy servers, secure browsers, and end-to-end encryption can provide additional layers of security and privacy, catering to various needs and preferences.

Do We Really Need a VPN?

In the ongoing debate about online privacy and security, the necessity of a VPN often boils down to a balance of pros and cons. On the plus side, VPNs offer substantial advantages such as enhanced privacy by masking your IP address, secure data encryption to protect sensitive information, and the ability to access geo-restricted content. These features make VPNs a valuable tool for anyone concerned about their digital footprint or wanting to bypass regional restrictions. However, VPNs also come with potential drawbacks, including the cost of subscription services, possible slowdowns in internet speed, and occasional compatibility issues with certain websites or services. Understanding these benefits and limitations is crucial in evaluating whether a VPN aligns with your needs.

Deciding whether to invest in a VPN requires a personal assessment of your internet habits and security requirements. For users who frequently handle sensitive information, access region-locked content, or simply wish to enhance their online privacy, a VPN can be an essential tool. On the other hand, if you only use the internet for basic browsing and are not concerned about privacy or geographic restrictions, the necessity of a VPN may be less compelling. It's important to weigh your specific needs and how a VPN would fit into your overall digital security strategy.

Ultimately, the question of whether we really need a VPN is a highly individual one. Consider your internet usage patterns, your level of concern about privacy, and your willingness to invest in additional security measures. By carefully evaluating these factors, you can make an informed decision about whether a VPN is a worthwhile addition to your online toolkit. Whether you opt for a VPN or choose other methods to safeguard your digital life, the key is to ensure that your choices align with your personal privacy and security goals.

Conclusion

As we’ve explored, the decision to use a VPN hinges on weighing its benefits against its potential drawbacks. VPNs provide valuable features such as enhanced privacy, secure browsing, and access to geo-restricted content. However, they also present challenges, including potential impacts on internet speed and the financial cost of subscription services. Ultimately, the effectiveness of a VPN depends on your individual online habits and security needs. Understanding these aspects will help you make an informed choice about whether a VPN is right for you.

It’s essential to take stock of your own online activities and security concerns when evaluating whether to use a VPN. Consider how often you handle sensitive information, if you frequently access content restricted by geography, and whether you are willing to pay for a subscription. By aligning your personal needs with the features offered by VPNs, you can determine whether this tool will enhance your online experience or if other solutions might be more appropriate.

We’d love to hear from you about your experiences with VPNs or any questions you might have! Please share your thoughts, stories, or inquiries in the comments section below. Your feedback not only helps us understand your perspective but also assists fellow readers in navigating their own decisions about VPN use. Engage with us and be part of the conversation about securing our digital lives!

FAQ: Understanding VPNs

What is VPN and Why Do I Need It?

A VPN, or Virtual Private Network, is a tool that creates a secure, encrypted connection between your device and the internet. By masking your IP address and routing your internet traffic through a remote server, a VPN enhances your online privacy and security. You might need a VPN to protect sensitive data from hackers, access region-restricted content, or maintain anonymity while browsing.

Is it Worth Getting a VPN?

Whether a VPN is worth the investment depends on your personal needs and online habits. For those who frequently use public Wi-Fi, handle sensitive information, or want to access content unavailable in their region, a VPN offers substantial benefits. It enhances security, provides privacy, and enables unrestricted access to global content. However, if you mostly use the internet for general browsing and don’t engage in activities that require high privacy, the need for a VPN might be less critical.

What is the Downside of Having a VPN?

While VPNs offer numerous advantages, they also have some downsides. Potential issues include reduced internet speed due to encryption overhead, possible compatibility problems with certain websites or services, and the cost of subscription services. Additionally, some VPN providers may log user data, which could undermine privacy if not carefully vetted.

When Should a VPN Not Be Used?

A VPN might not be necessary in every situation. For example, if you’re using a secure, private network or accessing sites and services that don’t require high levels of privacy, the benefits of a VPN may be minimal. Additionally, VPNs can sometimes interfere with online services, such as streaming platforms or secure financial transactions, which may not function correctly when routed through a VPN server.

Is VPN Legal in the UK?

Yes, using a VPN is legal in the UK. It is a common tool for enhancing privacy and securing internet connections. However, while VPNs themselves are legal, they should not be used to engage in illegal activities. Ensure that you comply with all laws and regulations when using a VPN.

Should I Accept VPN?

Accepting a VPN largely depends on your personal security needs and internet usage. If privacy, data security, or access to restricted content are important to you, accepting and using a VPN can be a prudent choice. Evaluate your online habits and determine whether a VPN aligns with your requirements for enhanced protection and access.

Is it Good to Have VPN on All the Time?

Having a VPN on all the time can be beneficial, particularly if you frequently access public Wi-Fi or handle sensitive information. It ensures that your data is consistently protected and that your online activities remain private. However, if a VPN causes significant slowdowns or interferes with specific services, you might choose to turn it on only when needed. Evaluate your personal usage to determine the best approach.

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niconiconwo · 5 months ago

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Fast list for privacy minded people (I lied, it's long):

Change your DNS from the default ISP provisioned one to literally anything else that has decent reputation. CloudFlare is pretty good to bet on, and Firefox has toggles to use it instead of your system DNS. Alternatively if you don't hate Google, they have a DNS that is marginally an improvement from an ISP default but you're certainly being datamined by Big Letters and they are gleefully compliant warrants or not. There are ample public DNS servers out there unlike the next point.

That is fine for general browsing and making it difficult for your ISP to snoop on you, a step further is obfuscating your public IP which makes it difficult for third-parties to track and identify you. VPNs come in here. Free ones ought to be avoided unfortunately in all but the most milquetoast use-cases. Even then they are likely collecting your data so it's best to use a paid service from a well reputed provider that is specifically not based in a 14 Eyes or mandatory logging country. CyberGhostVPN has a lot of literature on this to reference.

Use HTTPS-forcing extensions and avoid HTTP-only websites. This will require all data in transit to be encrypted which makes it impossible for third-parties including your ISP to know exactly what you are doing. Some sites still have HTTP bits on otherwise HTTPS websites, make sure your extension or browser refuses to load these parts without your consent. However be mindful that the server you are talking to obviously will know what data you sent or requested and may or may not store or use it in some way. This info may be available in some privacy statement etc. Assume that your IP, connection details, etc are all logged and act accordingly.

Avoid Tor unless you are especially confident in your understanding. While it isn't 100% confirmed, it's been generally accepted that certain powers have indeed compromised swathes of the Tor network and have the ability to eventually identify you. The naive use of this tool will be more of a hindrance causing false security than it will help you if you are actually needing a list like this.

Likewise, do not assume encryption means anything. Don't buy into anything you don't understand enough to feel confident explaining to someone else. At most, if it isn't a absolute pain in the ass, find a reputable encrypted email provider or learn how to use OpenPGP to encrypt email communications. Side note to OpenPGP, it also is useful as a way to verify your communications are yours and is often used as such in mailing lists or for contributing to open software/validating packages. In a deep fake world this will become more important but isn't quite a privacy matter.

Generally speaking, fancy tools and technologies are worthless if you can't really use them and actually a hindrance to you. If you start with a zero privacy/zero security assumption as default and operate accordingly you'll already be far ahead of the curve with little added complexity or effort. Don't say stupid shit, don't do stupid shit, don't give out stupid shit. Never ever use public or work APs for personal or private browsing, I'd say don't even connect to public wifis at all even. Don't do personal stuff at work either, and try to keep work computers off your private network and personal devices off work networks. Mindset is probably by far more important than any of the other points. Techno neophytes and fetishists will never tell you that most of your privacy and security comes from your brain.

And since it won't let me do it my way.. 0. Security does not mean privacy, nor does privacy mean security. These are two separate goals. This is an important distinction to make.

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In today’s digital world, our smartphones are more than just devices—they're personal storage units for our lives. From treasured photos and confidential videos to sensitive contacts, private notes, and login credentials, we rely on our phones to keep it all safe. But what happens when that privacy is compromised? Whether it’s by someone snooping through your phone or a hacker trying to gain access remotely, your personal information could be at serious risk.

If you’ve been wondering how to protect your personal information from hackers, one tool that stands out for everyday users is SafeCalc. It combines powerful privacy features with a smart disguise—appearing as a simple calculator app on your phone. Let’s take a closer look at how this clever little app can protect your digital life without drawing any attention.

Hidden Photo and Video Vault

Most people store photos and videos that are deeply personal. These could be family moments, travel memories, or even private clips not meant for public eyes. SafeCalc offers a hidden vault that locks away your media files securely. Only you can access them using a private code, and because the app is masked as a calculator, no one would ever suspect it contains sensitive content.

Whether you're worried about someone borrowing your phone or concerned about data theft, keeping personal media secure is a solid first step in defending against privacy invasion.

Keep Your Contacts Truly Private

Some contacts are best kept confidential—close friends, work-related connections, or other sensitive relationships. SafeCalc includes a hidden contacts feature that stores important phone numbers away from your default contact list. This means even if someone is casually browsing your phone, these contacts won’t show up.

In cases where you might be dealing with business competitors, concerned about digital tracking, or just value your privacy, separating your personal contacts from public ones is a smart approach.

Secure Notes and Private Thoughts

We often jot down thoughts, ideas, reminders, or personal plans in our phone’s notes app. Sometimes these notes include access information or deeply personal content like journals or affirmations. SafeCalc features a secure notes locker that helps you keep this information under digital lock and key.

Unlike standard notes apps, the locker is encrypted and discreet. No icons, no flashy design—just a calculator on the surface and a secure storage zone underneath.

Smarter Management of Login Details

One of the most common habits that puts people at risk of hacking is using the same login details across multiple sites or apps. Remembering all your different usernames and access codes can be overwhelming, which leads many to cut corners. SafeCalc offers a protected area where you can store your login information, safely encrypted and easy to retrieve when needed.

This is especially helpful for people managing several online accounts, including work platforms, streaming services, and banking apps. Instead of using insecure options like writing them down or reusing old combinations, you can store them safely using a tool like SafeCalc.

Private and Secure Web Browsing

Your browsing history can reveal a lot about you—what you're searching for, where you're going online, and what kind of content you're consuming. SafeCalc includes a private browser that allows you to explore the internet without leaving behind traces like history logs or cookies.

This is ideal for those who value anonymity online, are researching sensitive topics, or simply want a more secure way to browse. It’s a practical solution for staying safe from trackers and minimizing the risk of phishing or targeted hacking attempts.

Built-In Backup and Restore Features

Even if you’ve locked everything away securely, there’s still the possibility of losing your phone or experiencing a technical failure. That’s why SafeCalc includes backup and restore capabilities. All your hidden content—photos, notes, contacts, and login data—can be saved securely and recovered when needed.

This feature offers peace of mind, especially for users who depend on their device as their primary storage. Backing up personal content is one of the most effective ways to safeguard against both hackers and accidental loss.

Why Use SafeCalc for Personal Security?

Unlike typical vault apps that are clearly labeled and attract curiosity, SafeCalc blends in perfectly. It functions like a normal calculator, making it an ideal choice for anyone who wants protection without drawing attention. The app is also designed with simplicity in mind—no complex settings or technical steps, just effective privacy in a user-friendly format.

It combines the power of multiple security apps into one: a photo and video vault, a hidden contact list, a secure notes locker, a login manager, and a private browser—all housed in an app that looks like a basic calculator.

For users looking for a discreet and effective way to safeguard their digital life, SafeCalc has become a trusted companion. Whether you’re worried about hackers, nosy friends, or just want more control over your personal data, it offers a comprehensive solution that fits right in your pocket.

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