Safe tools
Trusted, privacy-respecting software across every category — vetted by the security community.
Password & Authentication
Bitwarden
Open-source, end-to-end encrypted password manager. Self-host or use their secure cloud. Works on all platforms and browsers.
Authy
Best-in-class TOTP authenticator with encrypted cloud backup, so you never lose your 2FA codes if you lose your phone.
VPN & Network
Mullvad VPN
No-logs, no-account VPN paid with an anonymous account number. Independently audited. One of very few VPNs that genuinely respects privacy.
ProtonVPN
Swiss-based VPN with a free tier, open-source apps, and a verified no-logs policy. Integrated with the Proton privacy ecosystem.
Email & Messaging
ProtonMail
End-to-end encrypted email hosted in Switzerland. Zero-access encryption means even Proton cannot read your mail.
Signal
Gold standard for private messaging. End-to-end encrypted calls and messages. Collects near-zero metadata. Used by journalists and security professionals worldwide.
SimpleLogin
Create unlimited email aliases so you never give your real address to a service. Delete any alias instantly if it gets spammed. Now owned by Proton.
Browser & Search
Brave Browser
Chromium-based browser with aggressive built-in ad and tracker blocking. Includes a built-in Tor window. Supports all Chrome extensions.
DuckDuckGo
Search without being tracked or profiled. No search history stored, no personalised ads. Available as a browser, extension, and mobile app.
Malware & Security
Malwarebytes
Industry-trusted malware scanner and remover. Excellent at catching adware, spyware, and PUPs that traditional antivirus misses. Light on system resources.
Have I Been Pwned
Free service by Troy Hunt. Check whether your email addresses have appeared in known data breaches. Enable alerts for future breaches.