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The 15 Most Infamous Streamer/Influencer Doxxings
The 15 most infamous streamer and influencer doxxings, how doxxers find personal details, and the steps creators can take to shrink their exposure.
70,000+ Government IDs Leaked in Discord x Zendesk Breach
Over 70,000 government ID images leaked after Discord's support vendor Zendesk was breached. See what was exposed and what you can do now.
Imgur is no longer accessible in the UK
Imgur has blocked UK users since 30 September 2025. The guide covers why, how to request your data or delete your account, and how to fix broken embeds.
Should There be Age Restrictions on Social Media?
The case for and against age restrictions on social media, from kids' mental health to free expression, and who should get to decide.
How to Delete All Your Tweets and X Posts at Once
X has no delete-all button. Bulk delete every tweet, reply, and repost, clear older posts with your X archive, and see what you can do for free.
How to Mass Delete Messages on Discord
Mass delete Discord messages fast with Redact. Use filters, preview, and schedules to safely clean servers and DMs - private, local, and beginner-friendly.
How to Bulk Unfollow Twitter/X Accounts
Learn how to reset your Twitter followers. This guide shows how to delete followers and unfollow everyone with Redact using preview and safe pacing.
Phrack Journalists Suspended from Proton Mail
Proton Mail suspended two Phrack journalists' accounts after a CERT alert, then restored them after an outcry. We set out what happened and what each side says.
Social Media Slang: Emoji and Acronym Meanings Teens are Using
Decode teen slang, emojis, and abbreviations used on social media. Plain-English meanings with examples, platform context, and tips for parents and educators.
Data Brokers 101: What They Are and How to Protect Your Info
What data brokers know about you, and how to stop them. See data sources, risks, and step-by-step opt-outs. Clean up old social posts with Redact.
FTC Targets Facebook: Is Your Family’s Data Building Unsafe AI Worlds for Your Child?
The FTC's 6(b) probe into AI companion chatbots and whistleblower claims against Meta spotlight growing risks to kids' data, safety, and digital footprints.
Planning to Quit Social Media? Stop. Do This First. (4-step guide)
Ready to leave social media? Clean your accounts up, revoke app permissions, and safely deactivate using this simple 4-step privacy guide.
A Step-by-Step Guide to Deleting Your Social Media Footprint with Redact
Deleting your social media footprint with Redact takes four steps. Pick your platforms, filter by date or keyword, preview the deletion, then schedule cleanups.
How to Prevent Doxxing: A 24-Hour Privacy Sprint
Protect yourself from doxxing with a 24-hour sprint: lock down accounts, clean up posts and images, and set a recurring privacy routine.
How to Clean Up Your Social Media Footprint Before a Job Search
Employers check your socials first. Audit, delete, and polish your online footprint before you apply. Step-by-step cleanup + Redact.dev to automate fast.
Discord’s August 2025 Policy update: UK ID checks and new ad targeting controls
Discord's August 2025 policy update brought UK ID checks and wider use of your data for ads and Quests. See what's collected and which settings limit it.
DOGE copied a Social Security mega-database to a private cloud, whistleblower says
DOGE copied SSA’s NUMIDENT to AWS with weak safeguards - putting 300M Americans at risk. What happened, and how to protect your identity.