Zone 1 Basic

Use a password manager Use a strong device login password Use a strong router password Use 2FA on all available services

Disable Google tracking on MyActivity page Delete and minimize unused accounts Utilize social media privacy settings to stay safe Use a good, quality VPN or Tor

Use secure and encrypted messaging Use secure and encrypted email Use only trusted web extensions Use a privacy-respecting search engine

Frequently clear or never store browser data Utilize private & secure browser protections Opt out of phone OS analytics/tracking Disable unused phone radios (NFC/WiFi/BT,etc.)

Disable and minimize unused phone functions Opt out of computer OS analytics/tracking Disable unused computer radios (NFC/WiFi/BT,etc.) Disable and minimize unused computer features Clear device temporary data (Cache, Cookies, Logs, etc.)

Shred deleted files and data Backup your data consistently Avoid public computers Avoid IOT & Smart Devices Utilize a safe & shredder

Zone 2 Moderate

Disable all biometrics Delete Google altogether Utilize pseudonyms to offload data Use privately-obtained phone numbers Delete all personal social media

Use only private and secure browsers Utilize multiple browsers for different tasks Move to as many FOSS alternatives as possible Ditch type 1 Android (Samsung, HTC, etc.) Secure your computer BIOS

Use full disk encryption Spoof MAC address Strip all OS telemetry/analytics Ditch Windows Delete file metadata & EXIF

Implement strong home security Use cable locks & intrusion kits for devices Completely ditch IOT & smart devices Use privacy screen protectors Use camera covers

Zone 3 Advanced

Fully clean your digital footprint Delete all social media Utilize hardened and most trusted browsers Use Custom ROMs/Dumb Phones

Use Private/Secure Desktop OS(s) Shop online and in-person privately Physically remove cameras/mics Avoid facial recognition/AI in public