The Aussie Privacy Starter Pack
7 Tools & Tweaks to Lock Down Your Digital Life
By INKRYPTD — Hardened Phones & No-BS Guides
1. Brave Browser
– Private Browsing by Default
Why it matters: Mainstream browsers track your activity and hand your data over to advertisers. Brave blocks ads and trackers automatically, speeds up your browsing, and gives you built-in privacy controls.Setup:
Install Brave on your device (search “Brave Browser” in your app store).In Settings → Shields, set tracker blocking to “Aggressive.”Change the default search engine to DuckDuckGo or Startpage.Optional: Enable “HTTPS Everywhere” in settings for extra security.
2. Proton Mail
– Secure, Encrypted Email
Why it matters: Email is a major target for data collection and surveillance. Proton Mail encrypts your messages and is based in Switzerland, outside Australian and US data laws.Setup:
Visit proton.me and create a free account.Use a strong, unique password (see Tool #5).Access via their app, browser, or webmail.Slowly migrate important accounts to this address for better security.3. VPN
– Encrypt Your Internet Traffic
Why it matters: A VPN masks your IP address and encrypts all your internet traffic, making it harder for ISPs, advertisers, and attackers to track you.Setup:
Free Option: Cloudflare WARP (1.1.1.1) — simple and fast.
Paid Option: Mullvad or ProtonVPN — strong privacy policies, no ID required, crypto-friendly payment.Install your chosen VPN.Enable auto-connect on startup.Choose a server location outside Australia for additional privacy.
4. Session
– Australian-Made, Anonymous, Encrypted Messaging
Why it matters: Most messengers require a phone number, tying chats to your identity. Session doesn’t — it’s encrypted, decentralised, stores no metadata, and it’s proudly developed in Australia.Setup:
Download Session from getsession.org.Let it generate your unique Session ID.Save your recovery phrase offline and securely.Share your Session ID with trusted contacts to communicate privately.5. NextDNS
– Block Trackers at the Network Level
Why it matters: Many tracking systems work behind the scenes, even if you block ads. NextDNS lets you filter them before they ever reach your device.Setup:
Sign up at nextdns.io.Enable recommended privacy blocklists.Change your device’s DNS settings to use your new NextDNS address.Test with an ad-heavy site to see the difference.
6. Bitwarden
– Secure Password Management
Why it matters: Weak or reused passwords are one of the biggest digital security risks. Bitwarden generates and stores unique passwords for all accounts.Setup:
Create a free account at bitwarden.com.Use the password generator for new accounts.Replace weak passwords on your most important accounts first.Install the mobile & browser extensions for convenience.7. Get the Ghost Mode Handbook
– Go Beyond the Basics
Why it matters: This Starter Pack is just your foundation. The Australian Ghost Mode Handbook takes you further — into hardened phones, alternative app stores, anonymous communications, untraceable payments/e-sims, and step-by-step operational security.
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