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.
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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.
UK Social Media Laws – Are People Being Arrested for Posts?
Police in the UK continue to arrest people for online posts that are reported as threatening, harassing, or grossly offensive.
Should the Government Regulate Social Media?
Should governments regulate social media? Weigh free-speech risks, kids’ safety, privacy, and global models like Section 230 and the EU DSA.
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.
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.
Quitting Social Media? Do These 4 Things First
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 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.
Social Media Footprint: What It Means and How to Check Yours
Your social media footprint is everything you've posted, liked, commented on or been tagged in. See what it includes and how to check yours.
The Most Common Scams on Facebook (2025)
Stop Facebook social engineering: spot profile cloning and quiz bait, lock down privacy, and bulk-delete risky posts fast with Redact.
Liking a LinkedIn Post Almost Cost This Person a Job – Social Media Screening
A Reddit user revealed their LinkedIn likes were flagged in a background check, raising questions about privacy, fairness, and the future of hiring.
AI Photo Geo-location: A Dangerous Precedent for Public Privacy
AI tools like GeoSpy can pinpoint the location of a photo in seconds, even without metadata. Learn how this impacts your privacy.