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Vetted security and privacy tools we recommend.

Tools We Recommend

These are security and privacy tools that we've vetted and recommend to our clients. We have no affiliate relationships with any of these companies - these are genuine recommendations based on security and privacy standards.

Secure Communication

Signal

Free

End-to-end encrypted messaging app. The gold standard for secure communication.

Password Management

Bitwarden

Free

Open-source password manager with strong encryption and cross-platform support.

1Password

Paid

Premium password manager with excellent security features and family sharing.

Why password managers matter: Using unique, strong passwords for every account prevents one breach from compromising all your accounts. Both Bitwarden and 1Password are excellent choices - Bitwarden is free and open-source, while 1Password offers more features for families.

Privacy & Security Tools

Have I Been Pwned

Free

Check if your email or phone has been involved in a data breach.

Privacy Badger

Free

Browser extension from EFF that blocks invisible trackers.

ProtonMail

Free

Encrypted email service based in Switzerland with strong privacy protections.

Mullvad VPN

Paid

Privacy-focused VPN that accepts anonymous payments and keeps no logs.

Getting Started

  1. 1.Check your email at Have I Been Pwned to see if your accounts have been in any breaches
  2. 2.Set up a password manager (Bitwarden is free) and start saving your passwords there
  3. 3.Install Signal for sensitive conversations - it's free and easy to use
  4. 4.Consider ProtonMail for a more private email account for sensitive matters

Need Help Getting Set Up?

Our privacy consulting service can help you set up these tools properly and create a comprehensive security plan tailored to your situation.

Try our free troubleshooting guide

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