Techlore Surveillance Report Q&A: User Accounts vs Shelter?
Jul 17, 2024
Exploring the benefits of user accounts vs Shelter for compartmentalization on Android, including privacy and security advantages. Delving into the challenges of using Shelter with Biometric Unlock and transferring files between profiles on a phone. Discussing the security implications of user accounts versus Shelter profiles and incorporating VPN connections for heightened security.
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Isolate Invasive Apps In A Secondary Profile
- Use work profiles or Shelter to isolate invasive apps like messengers and rideshare apps from sensitive apps like banking.
- Turn off the work profile when not needed to stop those apps from running and reduce exposure.
Mix And Match Profiles To Fit Your Workflow
- Multiple user accounts and work profiles can be combined in many ways to match workflows and threat models.
- There is no single right answer; choose based on the apps you use and your workflow needs.
Keep Always-On Apps In Your Main Profile
- Put always-on, privacy-respecting apps in the main profile and more invasive or rarely used apps in the work profile.
- Use two Signal instances across profiles to keep personal and work accounts separate on one device.