Category: Privacy, Security, Digital Rights

Privacy Guides is a non-profit, community-driven website that provides thoroughly researched recommendations for privacy-respecting software, services, and practices. It covers browsers, VPNs, email providers, operating systems, password managers, encryption tools, and social media alternatives. Every recommendation includes a detailed explanation of the threat model it addresses, so readers can make informed choices rather than blindly following generic “best of” lists.

The site is regularly updated to reflect changes in software ownership, security audits, and emerging threats. It also publishes explanatory articles on topics such as metadata, encryption, and data removal. Unlike commercial review sites, Privacy Guides does not accept sponsorships or affiliate commissions, which gives its recommendations a level of independence that is rare in the privacy space. It is an essential resource for anyone who wants to take meaningful control of their digital privacy.