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@schleppydotnet We're thrilled you love it! We'll let the devs know that the animation doesn't appear as smooth on your end. — PolitiTweet.org

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@lnewball Hi Leo! You can email us at [email protected] or you can share feedback directly with our devs via our Send Feedback button the lower right hand side of the search results. — PolitiTweet.org

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RT @mbanck: As a new year resolution, I finally switched my Firefox search engine provider to @DuckDuckGo, why haven't I done this years ag… — PolitiTweet.org

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Despite initial claims that data collected by Singapore's "voluntary" contact tracing app (TraceTogether) would not be accessed unless directly related to COVID-19, @dhpierson reveals that data collected is now up for grabs for criminal investigations. https://t.co/o8FwOBVt8a — PolitiTweet.org

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RT @reconbot: Wow @DuckDuckGo made a great search engine and a profitable business without building a massive surveillance network or tryin… — PolitiTweet.org

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"App defaults are designed for the companies that make them, not for users." Wise words from @anildash in his "personal digital reset". Take a minute to check the default settings for your apps. There's at least one with privacy by default, y'know. 😉 https://t.co/0RbOWoOuG2 — PolitiTweet.org

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The use of facial recognition tech at airports is becoming more common, but how to opt out can be a mystery. @jesspuck reveals "four common airport areas that leverage facial recognition technology & how to avoid surrendering your biometric data at each." https://t.co/eJIqkr04E8 — PolitiTweet.org

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"Google’s power is immeasurable. You see what Google wants you to see." An explainer on the U.S. antitrust lawsuits against the tech giant for "favoring its own products over competitors’ in search results & unfairly driving up digital ad prices": https://t.co/X7IpK9up41 — PolitiTweet.org

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So, you've heard it's time to dump WhatsApp & switch to Signal... but how? @mshelton breaks down how to get started on iOS, Android, & desktop, use group messaging & attachments, & set yourself up for privacy. https://t.co/KOq3ybEcpK — PolitiTweet.org

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WhatsApp users beware: the app will now force users to agree to share data (i.e. phone numbers, other people’s numbers stored in address books, location, etc.) w/Facebook (even if you've previously opted out). Time to switch to @signalapp! https://t.co/S4VQyKloAu — PolitiTweet.org

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Thankfully there were wins for privacy in 2020, explains @jmorse_, such as: * Regional bans of face recognition tech * California Consumer Privacy Act came into effect, with impact beyond California * Stronger calls for encryption, e.g. in messaging apps. https://t.co/ucr1JQibx9 — PolitiTweet.org

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Do you add "1" to the end of a password to make it stronger? Or capitalize the first letter? There's a better way, says @lhautala, including: * Break up common words * Use a password manager https://t.co/JwUsI6iOgY — PolitiTweet.org

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@Marcus_Noble_ Ah, OK. Thanks for following up. — PolitiTweet.org

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@jesslynnrose Thank you Jessica! — PolitiTweet.org

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@Marcus_Noble_ Hi Marcus. Thanks for pointing this out. It seems OK for me here, testing on different browsers and networks. Are you still seeing this issue? — PolitiTweet.org

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An open letter from @fightfortheftr, signed by 2,000 parents, demands McGraw Hill Publishing end its relationship with Proctorio, test proctoring software under fire for invasive surveillance. 👏👏 https://t.co/biDUegZcbG — PolitiTweet.org

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"You should take steps to limit Facebook’s data collection. While you can shave the money FB makes selling ads targeted to your interests, this tactic isn’t as effective as spending less time—or no time at all—on the service." We're team #DeleteFacebook. https://t.co/xTPeujys7B — PolitiTweet.org

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Previously, we shared an article about how smart speakers collect voice data, but... "researchers have discovered that devices also may be able to 'hear' & record what people are typing on nearby smartphones, even amid background noise." Users beware. https://t.co/sbkd6lP5jr — PolitiTweet.org

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Let's all resolve to take care of our privacy in 2021. @privacyint shares why privacy matters, including protecting our development, ensuring our rights are respected, maintaining our standard of living, and so much more. https://t.co/KNb4J2RFgp — PolitiTweet.org

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Happy New Year! It's easier than you may think to set your devices up for privacy. Follow our handy guides to start off the New Year protected. And for the simplest shortcut to privacy, download our all-in-one Privacy Browser app: https://t.co/QNfnevM3gf https://t.co/rLhHTJ6RY6 — PolitiTweet.org

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Looking back at 2020, @EFF urges, "we need COVID-specific data privacy legislation" to protect our privacy from misuse of automatic contact tracing apps, surveillance, & immunity passports. "Looking to 2021, we must remain vigilant." https://t.co/L8DLov9Yoy — PolitiTweet.org

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Voice-activated headphones, rings, eyeglasses & doorbells are very popular, but smart speakers "are so cheap b/c the real cost is our data." @swellis_ investigates how much of your voice data is collected & what companies do with it (hint: ad targeting). https://t.co/wK85WVsapi — PolitiTweet.org

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Online test proctor software has "unfair & deceptive practices", yet universities leave decisions to use the software to instructors, "already saddled with stress of teaching in a pandemic & may not be or feel qualified," say @SaraMorrison & @rebheilweil. https://t.co/pj3KCC5Z6l — PolitiTweet.org

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“Reports have raised concerns re:[Amazon] Halo’s access to extensive personal & private health info,” @amyklobuchar wrote. “Among publicly available consumer health devices, Halo appears to collect an unprecedented level of personal info.” Users beware. https://t.co/n0C50oGGDZ — PolitiTweet.org

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Menstruation apps (Clue, Flo, Maya, MIA, Oky) were found collecting & sharing users' highly intimate details. @privacyint urges: registration should be optional, no email address required, data stored on phone, & only menstrual data should be collected. https://t.co/DT6dIt7f98 — PolitiTweet.org

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iPhone or iPad user? Head into the New Year making more informed privacy choices to protect yourself online. @michaelpotuck details how to use the new iOS app privacy labels on your devices to "fully understand how your info is being used." https://t.co/LjRB6WOOhI — PolitiTweet.org

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Privacy experts agree, spreading joy and spreading privacy can be accomplished with just one simple download. This year, give your loved ones peace of mind by sharing our all-in-one privacy essentials app/ext: https://t.co/QNfnevM3gf #SpreadPrivacy — PolitiTweet.org

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You might have shopped a bit on Amazon this holiday season, but did you know that unless you edit your profile, it is publicly viewable? @kimkomando's tips to manage the privacy on Amazon & stop them from tracking your browsing: https://t.co/O2rVQBzGn5 — PolitiTweet.org

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The tale of how a creepy ad went from bad to worse, by @swodinsky. You can avoid these you know (😉 😉). https://t.co/lvMkLkDX4M — PolitiTweet.org

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You don't have to be a tech whiz to protect your data online — you just have to use the right tools. @OwnYourDataNow's privacy-minded toolkit includes our Privacy Essentials app and extension: https://t.co/QNfnevM3gf https://t.co/jYwkJRlJvP — PolitiTweet.org