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Surfshark @surfshark.bsky.social · 1d

For many, online privacy is a choice. For activists and journalists, it’s survival. @accessnow.org's Digital Security Helpline assists those targeted by regimes and spyware. Its director, @mohdmaskati.bsky.social, shares how his team helps vulnerable groups worldwide: surfshark.com/blog/access-...

Access Now’s Digital Security Helpline

Mohammed Al-Maskati shares insights about helping activists and vulnerable groups online through Access Now’s Digital Security Helpline.

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Surfshark @surfshark.bsky.social · 7d

Still waiting... but at least my VPN is on 🥱

Surfshark @surfshark.bsky.social · 13d

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Surfshark @surfshark.bsky.social · 20d

Ever been denied entry into a club after the bouncer checked your ID? The hacker would be in the same situation if you just enabled your 2FA.

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Surfshark @surfshark.bsky.social · 23d

Hey there. We do not have a Firewall feature currently, however we will forward the request to add it to our team. Thank you for your suggestion!

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Surfshark @surfshark.bsky.social · 27d

No popups. No updates. No problems. Just vibes.

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Surfshark @surfshark.bsky.social · 29d

A fix has been released for the Windows login issue. Please update to the latest version to resolve the problem. Thank you for your patience while we worked on this.

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Surfshark @surfshark.bsky.social · 29d

We're aware that some Windows users are experiencing login issues. Our team has identified the cause and is actively working on a fix. We'll provide another update as soon as the solution is released. Thank you for your patience and understanding.

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Surfshark @surfshark.bsky.social · Sep 3

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Surfshark @surfshark.bsky.social · Aug 31

Auf der Konto-Webseite gibt es eine Option zum Löschen des Kontos. Unser Kundensupport-Team hilft Ihnen gerne beim Löschvorgang.

Surfshark @surfshark.bsky.social · Aug 30

Hallo. Bei Abschluss eines Abonnements ist die automatische Verlängerung standardmäßig aktiviert. Sie können diese Option jedoch jederzeit über Ihre Konto-Webseite, durch Kontaktaufnahme mit unserem Kundensupport unter [email protected] oder über den Live-Chat auf unserer Website kündigen.

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Surfshark @surfshark.bsky.social · Aug 27

Online privacy is like pants. You don’t always notice it… until you don’t have it. Put on some online pants. Use Surfshark.

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Surfshark @surfshark.bsky.social · Aug 22

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Surfshark @surfshark.bsky.social · Aug 20

Your password shouldn’t be your dog’s name. Especially if your dog has an Instagram.

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Surfshark @surfshark.bsky.social · Aug 18

Hi there. We're sorry to hear about the experience you had, and we want to help make things right and address any issues you had with Surfshark. Please feel free to reach out to us directly at [email protected] and we'll take a closer look.

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Surfshark @surfshark.bsky.social · Aug 13

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Data collection practices of smart watches, rings, and glasses

In this study, we examine the most popular categories of smart wearables, from widely used smartwatches to innovations like smart glasses, and compare the number of data types each companion app colle...

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Surfshark @surfshark.bsky.social · Aug 13

Smart glasses are starting to feel like CCTV on your face — except this time, you’re paying to be watched. The #MetaAI app, required to use Ray-Ban Meta Smart Glasses, collects over 90% of all possible data types listed in the App Store — 33 out of 35, to be exact. Full research in the comments 👇

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Surfshark @surfshark.bsky.social · Aug 7

Our VPN just got way smarter — for macOS users. FastTrack is Surfshark’s new feature that finds the fastest VPN route in real time. Connect via Sydney, Seattle, or Vancouver, and feel the boost. Details here: surfshark.com/blog/surfsha...

Surfshark introduces a new technology - Surfshark

Our innovative, new technology optimizes VPN routes in real time for enhanced internet performance.

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Surfshark @surfshark.bsky.social · Aug 7

Ray-Ban Meta smart glasses pair with an app that collects over 90% of all possible data types (33 out of 35). Smart? Maybe. Private? Not really. Check our full research on wearables and privacy: surfshark.com/research/stu...

Data collection practices of smart watches, rings, and glasses

In this study, we examine the most popular categories of smart wearables, from widely used smartwatches to innovations like smart glasses, and compare the number of data types each companion app colle...

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Surfshark @surfshark.bsky.social · Jul 30

Outdoor security camera apps collect 50% more of your info than other smart home device apps. So, do they only have eyes on the strangers lurking outside your house?

Check out our Smart Home Privacy Checker. link.surfshark.com/4c3KgEq

How private are your smart home devices? - Surfshark

We analyzed 290 smart home apps connecting to ≈400 IoT devices. 1 in 10 share user data with third parties. Check yours with Smart Home Privacy Checker.

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Surfshark @surfshark.bsky.social · Jul 23

A fake girlfriend. A fake CEO. A fake government official. All deepfakes. All scams. Nearly $900M lost to AI-generated fraud. The tricks are getting smarter — are we? Read the full story: surfshark.com/research/cha...

Deepfake fraud caused financial losses nearing $900 million

Deepfake incidents are on the rise, with the first half of 2025 already exceeding the total number since 2017 by 171%. Losses from deepfake fraud are also surging, reaching $897M, with $410M occurring...

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Surfshark @surfshark.bsky.social · Jul 15

Setting up a VPN on any device is easier than you think. Just follow our step-by-step guide.
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How to set up a VPN on any device: complete guide (2025)

Learn how to set up a VPN in minutes with our2025 guide. Easy instructions for Windows, Mac, iOS, Android, Linux, and routers. No technical skills needed.

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Surfshark @surfshark.bsky.social · Jul 8

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Chrome is the most data-hungry popular mobile browser - Surfshark

Chrome mobile browser collects 20 data types across numerous categories, such as contact info, financial details, location, browsing history, and more. The Bing app is the second most data-hungry mobi...

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Surfshark @surfshark.bsky.social · Jul 8

What do Chrome and Pac-Man have in common? Both gobble things non-stop. Pac-Man gobbles dots, whereas Chrome gobbles your personal data. And compared to other browsers, Chrome is the winner in the data collection game.

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Surfshark @surfshark.bsky.social · Jul 2

Have you ever considered the energy used by a ChatGPT query? How long would you microwave your lunch to match 1 query's energy consumption? Check out our Chart of the Week to find out!

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How much energy does generative AI use? - Surfshark

Surfshark’s research analyzes the energy consumption of AI chatbots. It shows that just 26 ChatGPT queries could microwave a meal.

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