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huvvard said:
Good advice all around. Good to keep in mind.


Does tails run as slowly as tor?


More power to you!


Why a VM over tails?
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You should use a VM because if you are going to unknown sites and something gets dowloaded to the VM your physical computer is protected from any type of infection, hack, or attack. All you do is revert back to a snapshot where your VM was clean.
 
TheUsername said:
If this isn't the right place for it, sorry. but isn't it unsafe to download zoo porn? I'm worried i'll get in trouble for downloading something here.
whats the general way you go about this?
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It depends on the laws in the country where you live.
Read this thread for general safety tips.
 
I haven't read through the entire thread, but i wanted to address a couple of points that need a fundamental explanation

1. Linux is being recommended because it is the most usable OS that doesn't collect data. You don't have to install it to your hard drive or SSD, as Tails (as recommended by @pes ) can run from a USB and securely erases traces of itself. Your privacy is harmed if you use Tails in a VM using mac or windows

Tails is also private by default, as are all included programs, meanwhile basically everything in the modern world is anti-private by default

Since many are worried about picture metadata, Tails also comes with a metadata removal tool

2. You should not use opera or chrome. These are browsers with a profit incentive

The world of actually private browsers is a game of "how much convenience do I feel like giving up in exchange for privacy?". Firefox doesn't mine user data, but it isn't very good out of the box. Tor browser (in a safer mode) is a fantastic privacy tool, but it's slow. You also have to use it properly: don't use tor to login to accounts you've accessed from your home, or have put your real name on. This gives those services the knowledge that you are a Tor user, which hurts your anonymity on this site

Also, don't use Tor with Brave. It is discouraged by the Tor Project
The Tor browser is designed to make you look like every other person using Tor. This feature doesn't work when you use Brave, since you have a starkly different browser fingerprint. For the same reason, I personally recommend only using the Tor browser on desktop, but that's a decision that you have to decide if its worth it. If you're on mobile, consider sticking to your favorite private messenger

When using Tor, you could be anyone, but you should not be yourself

3. Using a VPN with Tor is a contentious topic. The Tor Project suggests not doing it

If you want to hide that you're using Tor from your isp, then that's what the Tor Project designed bridges for. They call it "censorship circumvention", but it works for this too. The Tor Project publishes all Tor related IP addresses. Bridges aren't listed

You also have to trust your VPN provider. If they're logging, the privacy benefits of Tor are nullified, even if it's encrypted thrice

4. Metadata is bad. I'll subtly hint that Session is a metadata-less messenger, and Mullvad is a metadata-less VPN service (with unrivalled private payment methods)

That's just my opinion though, which I'm happy to give more of on this topic if you private message me :sneaky:
 
Oldman said:
GENERAL POSTING

1. Do not use an identifiable avatar. This includes faces, tattoos, fursuits (especially if they are not yours)

2. Review every picture, every video you post multiple times. Look for identifiable things; houses, barns, unique saddles, collars with or without tags, pictures, furniture, mail, packages, collectibles, mirrors or anything can reflect your face or body, absolutely anything that can be used as identification.

3. If you have a unique pet, be very, very careful. If you have posted normal pictures anywhere, like facebook, twitter, ect., do not post him here or anywhere zoo themed. Even if you delete the social media pics, it's too late. ( Familiarize yourself with Reverse Image Search, what it is, and how it can be used against you )

4. Be careful with the information you post. Anyone with enough patience can piece together little things through pictures, descriptions, email addresses, anything to pinpoint who you are.

5. Use an email that is not attached to anything. Do not use real name, and do not setup a password recovery phone number or alternate email. Make yourself an absolute stand alone free email account and do not use it for anything else but zoo. Not even furry or fursuit related sites or accounts.




ONLINE SECURITY

1. Public IP addresses can be used to track your general location. We Recommend a VPN service like Nord VPN to mask your IP. ALWAYS USE VPN!

2. Use Strong Passwords on your ZooVille Account.

3. Whatsapp and Discord are NOT recommended services for private off-site chat. They have been known to be leaked and report info on users.

4. Telegram and Signal are considered safe in of themselves, however always used a VPN when logging onto telegram and also be wary of phishing for your IP address with external HTML links. This has been used before to catch users NOT using VPN on telegram or Signal.

5. Public telegram links to group chats are allowed here on zooville if you own a group (see site rules), however be aware that bestiality is illegal in many countries. Law enforcement can phish users out into private chats is a common way to trace and doxx your identity. TRUST and RESPONSIBILITY is on your hands for whomever private chats you join.
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Is there any vpn not safe to use or any newer list of recommended vpn please
 
BigFanOfHorses said:
I haven't read through the entire thread, but i wanted to address a couple of points that need a fundamental explanation

1. Linux is being recommended because it is the most usable OS that doesn't collect data. You don't have to install it to your hard drive or SSD, as Tails (as recommended by @pes ) can run from a USB and securely erases traces of itself. Your privacy is harmed if you use Tails in a VM using mac or windows

Tails is also private by default, as are all included programs, meanwhile basically everything in the modern world is anti-private by default

Since many are worried about picture metadata, Tails also comes with a metadata removal tool

2. You should not use opera or chrome. These are browsers with a profit incentive

The world of actually private browsers is a game of "how much convenience do I feel like giving up in exchange for privacy?". Firefox doesn't mine user data, but it isn't very good out of the box. Tor browser (in a safer mode) is a fantastic privacy tool, but it's slow. You also have to use it properly: don't use tor to login to accounts you've accessed from your home, or have put your real name on. This gives those services the knowledge that you are a Tor user, which hurts your anonymity on this site

Also, don't use Tor with Brave. It is discouraged by the Tor Project
The Tor browser is designed to make you look like every other person using Tor. This feature doesn't work when you use Brave, since you have a starkly different browser fingerprint. For the same reason, I personally recommend only using the Tor browser on desktop, but that's a decision that you have to decide if its worth it. If you're on mobile, consider sticking to your favorite private messenger

When using Tor, you could be anyone, but you should not be yourself

3. Using a VPN with Tor is a contentious topic. The Tor Project suggests not doing it

If you want to hide that you're using Tor from your isp, then that's what the Tor Project designed bridges for. They call it "censorship circumvention", but it works for this too. The Tor Project publishes all Tor related IP addresses. Bridges aren't listed

You also have to trust your VPN provider. If they're logging, the privacy benefits of Tor are nullified, even if it's encrypted thrice

4. Metadata is bad. I'll subtly hint that Session is a metadata-less messenger, and Mullvad is a metadata-less VPN service (with unrivalled private payment methods)

That's just my opinion though, which I'm happy to give more of on this topic if you private message me :sneaky:
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Thanks for the tips. I'm across and practice most of what you posted. However I downloaded Tails a while back, yet to install it. Question for you, do I need to "clean" my computer prior to installing or using Tails or Tor?

Please forgive my IT security newbness. I've used Tor previously, I also run VPN's on everything. Using Nord with Tor and dark web browsing. Different browsers and VPN's for different machines and tasks. I like to think I'm reasonably careful with my OP sec, however I'm learning all the time. Keen to get Tails and Tor running smoothly, without VPN lag if possible.

IT security is something I looked into heavily prior to engaging in various activities, however I've still got a lot to learn.
 
zoofreak01 said:
Thanks for the tips. I'm across and practice most of what you posted. However I downloaded Tails a while back, yet to install it. Question for you, do I need to "clean" my computer prior to installing or using Tails or Tor?

Please forgive my IT security newbness. I've used Tor previously, I also run VPN's on everything. Using Nord with Tor and dark web browsing. Different browsers and VPN's for different machines and tasks. I like to think I'm reasonably careful with my OP sec, however I'm learning all the time. Keen to get Tails and Tor running smoothly, without VPN lag if possible.

IT security is something I looked into heavily prior to engaging in various activities, however I've still got a lot to learn.
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Nice!

Thanks for the tips. I'm across and practice most of what you posted. However I downloaded Tails a while back, yet to install it. Question for you, do I need to "clean" my computer prior to installing or using Tails or Tor?
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It feels like you are talking about being able to trust your Tails/Tor download. Say, trusting it isn't malware
The best thing you can do is verify your download. Every method listed is reasonably safe, with PGP verification being nearly ironclad uncompromisingly safe, though I will acknowledge that it may not be very user friendly or convenient

PGP verification is done using the Tails developers' PGP keys, which are unique to them, difficult to forge and guess, and very, very long. If the file was changed since they signed the file, the verification would fail. If you try verifying with someone elses key, verification fails. It is designed to be an extremely trustworthy metric

In other words, if you trust the Tails developers, then PGP verification is a golden seal of trust. This one is a bit difficult to ELI5, so consider reading about PGP on your own time
 
ilovecougars said:
I feel like we are bonding here, but should i use a bpn everytime or not use anything i daily drive? Im interested in being part of this community but i also want to protect myself
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This thread has a lot of good info on that.
 
Hello! I'm just now noticing that new members are unable to send messages but, are we able to receive messages and reply to those who message us?
 
Had a slight problem. My protonmail account got deactivated as I hadn't logged in to it for a while (I created it just for this forum). I've created a new one and updated my profile, but the site isn't letting me send any new DMs (although I can reply to existing conversations). Is this normal, do I need to make a certain number of posts having set a new (valid) email address?
 
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