Here are some good apps:
Kagi + Perplexity Pro + Proton Mail + Threema + Hushed + Firefox + Proton VPN + Bitwarden + AdGuard
Using the technology setup listed above will reduce tracking, ads and malware. It also encrypts communications and gives you control over your data.
These are the improvements over commonly used substitutes:
- Security:
- Proton VPN and AdGuard further shield against network attacks and malicious ads.
- Strong password management (Bitwarden), encrypted email (Proton Mail), and secure messaging (Threema) reduce the risk of breaches and unauthorized access.
- Privacy:
- Kagi and Firefox prevent search and browsing data from being logged or sold, unlike Google or Bing.
- Hushed and Proton Mail keep phone and email metadata private, while AdGuard blocks trackers and fingerprinting scripts.
- Customization:
- Kagi and Perplexity allow for personalized search and AI experiences without intrusive profiling.
- Firefox’s open ecosystem and enable tailored privacy controls not possible on Chrome or Safari.
