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privacy

  1. supergaia

    problem under security and privacy

    Hi i have installed fantastical 2 not i have uninstalled it and i search for flexibits & fantastical and delete the files and folder , i have used appcleaner but in the security and privacy option i still have fantastical 2 under contacts , calendars ... how can i get rid of it? and have on...
  2. Bojack Horseman

    Privacy focused email provider that compatible Mail app

    I'm trying to distance myself from Google as much as possible. What are some email alternatives to Google's G-mail that's more privacy focused, and that works with Apple's Mail app? Protonmail doesn't seem to work with the Mail app unfortunately . I know they have their own app, but I'm a real...
  3. flusher

    Universal FaceBlur photo editor

    APPSTORE LINK FaceBlur allows you to blur out faces with just one tap of a button. And more! Blur out sensitive information on your documents or screenshots, license plate of the car you selling, odd people on your selfie or unnecessary product trademarks. Get your privacy a boost using simple...
  4. K

    Safari link tracking can no longer be disabled

    Safari link tracking can no longer be disabled "With privacy and online tracking being such a large problem and major concern for many users, you would think that browser developers would give you the option to disable anything that could affect your privacy. [...] Unfortunately, this no longer...
  5. 4

    iPhone 7/Plus Calls on airplane mode and more

    Dear community, I'm just wondering if it would be ok to share my story here. Just to let you know how Apple treats loyal customers (using Apple since 2006, iPhones since 2008). Since May 2018 I have issues with my iPhone 7: - calls on airplane mode (WiFi disabled), - unable to connect to the...
  6. Giuanniello

    Safari vs Cookies

    Good morning everybody, how are you doing today? Here very nice weather, time to ask the dog to take me out for a hike but first I want to ask you guys something, is there a way to avoid the damn cookie nightmare on Safari? I mean, I am looking at a camera I am lusting after and when I open...
  7. D

    iCloud End-To-End-Encryption

    With all the recent news regarding Facebook's data-hoovering app, entire databases of stolen passwords and general debate about privacy or the lack thereof, I was wondering whether Apple is still actively focusing on improving security on their iCloud service? It's actually been three years...
  8. N

    Any advice on replacement case/protector for 6S

    Hello, Am looking to replace the case for my 6S and am interested in getting: a Privacy Screen glass protector - public transportation usage a case that would allow the above screen protector Am not fond of Otterbox Defender kind of bulky cases but need something that would protect the phone...
  9. D

    General Privacy Issue with iOS Snapseed

    I have Snapseed installed on my iPhone. I decided not to use it anymore so instead of uninstalling it I disabled the access to my photo library Settings -> Privacy -> Photos -> Snapseed -> Never Snapseed still has access to my photos though! There is the option to open photos from device (as it...
  10. akash.nu

    Online security and privacy is important.

    I am not sure if this has been shared here. At least, I have not come across it. Here is an awesome video from Rene Ritchie and being a privacy and online security advocate I could not help but share.
  11. TheBruno

    How to Remember Microphone Access for App

    Every time I launch a particular game, Mojave likes to ask me about the app using the microphone. I wish it just remembered my preference. Is there a way to save this setting?
  12. 2

    Little Snitch & Micro Snitch worth it for protecting privacy?

    In this day and age with all the stuff going on about companies tracking you and stealing your personal info to sell to others. I really want to safeguard myself as much as possible. Companies can't be trusted anymore, yes I'm pointing the finger at you Google, Facebook, Whatsapp, Instagram...
  13. I

    What is WeatherPrivacy Pro?

    I found this app on my iPad and I have no idea what it is. After a search of the app store and the internet I didn't have any luck finding info there either. And a screenshot inside the app once you set a password.
  14. 2

    Other How to send photos without revealing location metadata

    I don't want to turn off the location data for the camera app, because I like the auto geotagging function to tag where my photos are taken. This definitely helpful when using the Photos.app in macOS. But one thing I would like is for it to strip that location data before I send/share the photo...
  15. Q

    Help in Encrypting My MBP and External Backup HD's

    I've a MacBook Pro running High Sierra with an internal SSD and 2 external HDD's for backup. The first external is using Time Machine and the other is using Carbon Copy Cloner, in order to be bootable if needed. None of those 3 HD's are encrypted. For security/privacy I've been using encrypted...
  16. iFanaddic

    Prevent anyone from accessing iCloud Photo library on Apple TV?

    I'm running tvOS 12 Beta 6, since I just moved in with new roommates this month, I've been trying to make sure my personal stuff remains by personal. But I can't seem to be able to find a way to prevent someone to go incognito in my iCloud Photo Library as well as my Photo Stream via the Apple...
  17. C

    Content Blocker for Javascript with Exceptions?

    Does anyone know of a content blocker for iOS that will let me basically block all Javascript in Safari, but carve out exceptions for particular sites? Bonus points if I could also have those sites on the exception list be subject to normal blocking (e.g., two levels, either no Javascript, or...
  18. MacinMan

    Speedtest app issues, can't get past privacy screen

    Hey guys, I just installed the latest speedtest app update on my iphone 7 plus, and iPad Air 2. I am having issues getting the app to work. They've added new privacy controls, and they've added a new screen with a blue padlock on it. I click through the set up instructions, click allow when...
  19. Q

    iPhone 7/Plus iPhone analytics

    Hi all, Some technical advice please. Running iOS 11.3. I’m pretty security conscious and therefore took to disabling location services in my settings for all apps bar find my iPhone and sos. I also uninstalled Maps and other system apps which I rarely used. I don’t have many other apps bar...
  20. H

    How to delete iMessages from iCloud

    I deleted all messages from all devices, including iPhone, iPad and Mac. There are zero messages right now. I deleted Messages folder in Library and let Messages generate new one, just to be sure that they are removed from hard drive. I've deleted all backups that were kept in iCloud for each...