Techlore Surveillance Report Q&A: Why Don't People Care About Privacy?
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Nov 1, 2025 Exploring why privacy seems overlooked, the hosts reveal that people are concerned but often find privacy measures inconvenient. They discuss Proton's acceptance of Monero and suggest privacy-friendly alternatives like PeerTube. Engagement in the privacy community is encouraged through local groups and volunteering. The conversation touches on the importance of ethical actions in privacy breaches and the need for clear privacy certifications. Tips for maintaining anonymity in a digital age and a data removal service are also highlighted, offering listeners actionable insights.
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Privacy Needs Tangible Consequences
- People often care about privacy but fail to see concrete personal harms, so they don't act.
- Show tangible impacts to motivate change, not abstract principles.
Explain Why Privacy Matters Personally
- When raising privacy issues, explain how they affect daily life and control over people.
- Translate privacy harms into concrete examples like location or after-hours surveillance.
Sell Privacy By Selling Peripherals
- Lead with benefits people care about (speed, battery, fewer ads) when recommending privacy tools.
- Frame privacy upgrades as improved performance and convenience.
