They just left beta, released new desktop apps, implemented 2 factor authentication, and now accept bitcoin. And despite its flaws, I thought the Sync mobile app was preferable to the SpiderOak.ĭevelopment also seems to be pretty active. ![]() I don't care for the separate app interfaces that Wuala and Tresorit use-I just want the files to look like part of my regular filesystem. I'm continuing to use it because I felt that overall the experience for my needs was better than Tresorit, SpiderOak, and the defunct Wuala. Again, it's not open source so you have to take their word for it. Everything is encrypted in transit and at rest. The security seems to be similar to SpiderOak and others that claim zero-knowledge. :( This is not a deal breaker for me and I can wait until they update the app. Sync's response was that the mobile app is still beta but thanks for reporting it. I have to go in to the app settings and tap around and check on the progress and that seems to wake it up out of the sleeping process. The upload from the phone often hangs or constantly reports that it's uploading but never does. My main reason for using it is to auto archive photos from my phone (suck it, google). The other issue I had (have) is with the mobile app for Android, which still leaves a bit to be desired. I had to provide the file ID (not the file name) and they were able to resolve the issue quickly. One was that I couldn't download/open a file. I have only had two issues for which I submitted a ticket. Those required the user to download the file and then open it, whereas first shows a preview that is decrypted browser side so it's not sent in the clear. These zero-knowledge services usually suffer in terms of user convenience, but was better at sharing files with the public than when I tried SpiderOak, Tresorit, and Wuala. So, to share, you have to log in to the site and share from there. Most other apps let you share via the service (Dropbox, Copy, etc.) when right-clicking a file on the desktop, but this functionality is missing. ![]() One thing it's missing is a right-click menu on the desktop. Syncing seems to be pretty fast but I have not done any benchmarking on up/down speeds. I'm on a Mac and the app pretty much works like Dropbox. I can't speak to all of these, and I'm only using the free storage, but overall I like the service and the desktop app. Orgīuilding the global movement for the protection of privacy. Tails - a live system that aims at preserving your privacy and anonymityĬonsider donating to one of the organizations that fight for your rights. Tor Browser, a pre-configured web browser intended to protect your anonymity when used with safe browsing practices. ![]() No one solution can guarantee your anonymity. Note this section has software that is under ongoing development. The Electronic Frontier Foundation’s, “Surveillance Self-Defense”ĮFF’s, “Digital Privacy at US Borders Guide”Ĭontinuing discussion about frustrating the efforts of organizations that spy on citizens and consumers. If you can't find the time, then this article should at least get you thinking about why privacy matters.Ĭory Doctorow “On the Upcoming Privacy Wars” Learn how to spot fake news so you can focus on the facts and protect yourself from fictions.īefore you use the "I have nothing to hide" argument please read this paper – all of it. It’s really appreciated, and makes us proud of all the work you and we’ve done! Ongoing We’ve since grown a bit larger, and we’d like to thank everyone who’s subscribed, before and after then. I think… I think we’re going to have 100,000 subscribers this week and that’s all kinds of awesome. u/blackhawk_12 Subreddit Rules and Wikiīefore posting in /r/privacy, read the Sidebar Rules.Įnjoy our Wiki! It has all sorts of nifty advice and explains most topics you’re interested in if you’re reading this. "I don't have anything to hide but I don't have anything I want to show you either" Dedicated to the intersection of technology, privacy, and freedom in the digital world.
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