From 913d3276e2aa052dbbaf541760112d72c07e6c60 Mon Sep 17 00:00:00 2001 From: redoomed1 Date: Thu, 13 Mar 2025 16:40:57 +0000 Subject: [PATCH 1/2] update: Proton VPN IPv6 support and port forwarding on Linux (#2944) Signed-off-by: fria Signed-off-by: Daniel Gray --- docs/vpn.md | 10 +++++----- 1 file changed, 5 insertions(+), 5 deletions(-) diff --git a/docs/vpn.md b/docs/vpn.md index cfa5b061..161f2b32 100644 --- a/docs/vpn.md +++ b/docs/vpn.md @@ -92,11 +92,11 @@ Proton VPN [recommends](https://protonvpn.com/blog/wireguard) the use of WireGua #### :material-alert-outline:{ .pg-orange } Limited IPv6 Support -Proton [now supports IPv6](https://protonvpn.com/support/prevent-ipv6-vpn-leaks) in their browser extension but only 80% of their servers are IPv6-compatible. On other platforms, the Proton VPN client will block all outgoing IPv6 traffic, so you don't have to worry about your IPv6 address being leaked, but you will not be able to connect to any IPv6-only sites, nor will you be able to connect to Proton VPN from an IPv6-only network. +Proton [now supports IPv6](https://protonvpn.com/support/prevent-ipv6-vpn-leaks) in their browser extension and Linux client, but only 80% of their servers are IPv6-compatible. On other platforms, the Proton VPN client will block all outgoing IPv6 traffic, so you don't have to worry about your IPv6 address being leaked, but you will not be able to connect to any IPv6-only sites, nor will you be able to connect to Proton VPN from an IPv6-only network. #### :material-information-outline:{ .pg-info } Remote Port Forwarding -Proton VPN currently only supports ephemeral remote [port forwarding](https://protonvpn.com/support/port-forwarding) via NAT-PMP, with 60 second lease times. The Windows app provides an easy-to-access option for it, while on other operating systems you'll need to run your own [NAT-PMP client](https://protonvpn.com/support/port-forwarding-manual-setup). Torrent applications often support NAT-PMP natively. +Proton VPN currently only supports ephemeral remote [port forwarding](https://protonvpn.com/support/port-forwarding) via NAT-PMP, with 60 second lease times. The official Windows and Linux apps provide an easy-to-access option for it, while on other operating systems you'll need to run your own [NAT-PMP client](https://protonvpn.com/support/port-forwarding-manual-setup). Torrent applications often support NAT-PMP natively. #### :material-information-outline:{ .pg-blue } Anti-Censorship @@ -106,7 +106,7 @@ Unfortunately, it does not work very well in countries where sophisticated filte #### :material-check:{ .pg-green } Mobile Clients -In addition to providing standard OpenVPN configuration files, Proton VPN has mobile clients for [App Store](https://apps.apple.com/app/id1437005085), [Google Play](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=ch.protonvpn.android), and [GitHub](https://github.com/ProtonVPN/android-app/releases) allowing for easy connections to their servers. +Proton VPN has published [App Store](https://apps.apple.com/app/id1437005085) and [Google Play](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=ch.protonvpn.android) clients, both supporting an easy-to-use interface as opposed to requiring you to manually configure your WireGuard connection. The Android client is also available on [GitHub](https://github.com/ProtonVPN/android-app/releases). #### :material-information-outline:{ .pg-blue } Additional Notes @@ -180,11 +180,11 @@ IVPN previously supported port forwarding, but removed the option in [June 2023] #### :material-check:{ .pg-green } Anti-Censorship -IVPN has obfuscation modes using [v2ray](https://v2ray.com/en/index.html) which helps in situations where VPN protocols like OpenVPN or WireGuard are blocked. Currently, this feature is only available on Desktop and [iOS](https://ivpn.net/knowledgebase/ios/v2ray). It has two modes where it can use [VMess](https://guide.v2fly.org/en_US/basics/vmess.html) over QUIC or TCP connections. QUIC is a modern protocol with better congestion control and therefore may be faster with reduced latency. The TCP mode makes your data appear as regular HTTP traffic. +IVPN has obfuscation modes using [V2Ray](https://v2ray.com/en/index.html) which helps in situations where VPN protocols like OpenVPN or WireGuard are blocked. Currently, this feature is only available on Desktop and [iOS](https://ivpn.net/knowledgebase/ios/v2ray). It has two modes where it can use [VMess](https://guide.v2fly.org/en_US/basics/vmess.html) over QUIC or TCP connections. QUIC is a modern protocol with better congestion control and therefore may be faster with reduced latency. The TCP mode makes your data appear as regular HTTP traffic. #### :material-check:{ .pg-green } Mobile Clients -In addition to providing standard OpenVPN configuration files, IVPN has mobile clients for [App Store](https://apps.apple.com/app/id1193122683), [Google Play](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=net.ivpn.client), and [GitHub](https://github.com/ivpn/android-app/releases) allowing for easy connections to their servers. +IVPN has published [App Store](https://apps.apple.com/app/id1193122683) and [Google Play](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=net.ivpn.client) clients, both supporting an easy-to-use interface as opposed to requiring you to manually configure your WireGuard connection. The Android client is also available on [GitHub](https://github.com/ivpn/android-app/releases). #### :material-information-outline:{ .pg-blue } Additional Notes From 450221bd5d6752365d44ec4feedb69d314237f73 Mon Sep 17 00:00:00 2001 From: Jonah Aragon Date: Thu, 13 Mar 2025 18:59:46 -0700 Subject: [PATCH 2/2] update(video)!: Stop Confusing Privacy, Anonymity, and Security Signed-off-by: Jonah Aragon --- theme/video-post.html | 2 +- ...5-easy-steps-to-protect-yourself-online.md | 2 +- videos/posts/do-you-need-a-vpn.md | 2 +- .../its-time-to-stop-using-sms-heres-why.md | 2 +- ...onfusing-privacy-anonymity-and-security.md | 27 +++++++++++++++++++ videos/posts/why-you-need-tor.md | 2 +- 6 files changed, 32 insertions(+), 5 deletions(-) create mode 100644 videos/posts/stop-confusing-privacy-anonymity-and-security.md diff --git a/theme/video-post.html b/theme/video-post.html index db28fb99..aea3ab13 100644 --- a/theme/video-post.html +++ b/theme/video-post.html @@ -35,7 +35,7 @@ "thumbnailUrl": [ "{{ page.meta.thumbnail }}" ], - "uploadDate": "{{ page.meta.date.created }}Z", + "uploadDate": "{{ page.meta.date.created }}", "embedUrl": "{{ page.meta.embed }}" } diff --git a/videos/posts/5-easy-steps-to-protect-yourself-online.md b/videos/posts/5-easy-steps-to-protect-yourself-online.md index cfc36ac5..df0e0949 100644 --- a/videos/posts/5-easy-steps-to-protect-yourself-online.md +++ b/videos/posts/5-easy-steps-to-protect-yourself-online.md @@ -1,7 +1,7 @@ --- title: 5 Easy Steps to Protect Yourself Online date: - created: 2025-02-14T17:00:00 + created: 2025-02-14T17:00:00Z authors: - jordan description: Worried about hackers and data breaches? You're not alone. In this video we outline 5 simple yet crucial steps you can take today to dramatically improve your online security and protect your personal information. diff --git a/videos/posts/do-you-need-a-vpn.md b/videos/posts/do-you-need-a-vpn.md index cd36765e..1cf129d9 100644 --- a/videos/posts/do-you-need-a-vpn.md +++ b/videos/posts/do-you-need-a-vpn.md @@ -1,7 +1,7 @@ --- title: Do you need a VPN? date: - created: 2024-12-12T20:00:00 + created: 2024-12-12T20:00:00Z authors: - jordan description: Commercial Virtual Private Networks are a way of extending the end of your network to exit somewhere else in the world. This can have substantial privacy benefits, but not all VPNs are created equal. diff --git a/videos/posts/its-time-to-stop-using-sms-heres-why.md b/videos/posts/its-time-to-stop-using-sms-heres-why.md index a40cf026..98a162cc 100644 --- a/videos/posts/its-time-to-stop-using-sms-heres-why.md +++ b/videos/posts/its-time-to-stop-using-sms-heres-why.md @@ -1,7 +1,7 @@ --- title: It's time to stop using SMS, here's why! date: - created: 2025-01-24T20:00:00 + created: 2025-01-24T20:00:00Z authors: - jordan description: Text messaging has been a staple of communication for decades, but it's time to move on. In this video, we'll explore why SMS is an outdated and insecure technology and discuss better alternatives. diff --git a/videos/posts/stop-confusing-privacy-anonymity-and-security.md b/videos/posts/stop-confusing-privacy-anonymity-and-security.md new file mode 100644 index 00000000..a795091d --- /dev/null +++ b/videos/posts/stop-confusing-privacy-anonymity-and-security.md @@ -0,0 +1,27 @@ +--- +title: | + Stop Confusing Privacy, Anonymity, and Security +date: + created: 2025-03-14T02:00:00Z +authors: + - jordan +description: | + Are you mixing up privacy, security, and anonymity? Don't worry, it's more common than you might think! In this week's video we break down each term, so you can make educated decisions on what tools are best for you. +readtime: 7 +thumbnail: https://neat.tube/lazy-static/previews/35388c84-1dc5-4e09-867e-0badf6ea75fa.jpg +embed: https://neat.tube/videos/embed/1f5361c6-2230-4466-9390-659e0a0692ad +peertube: https://neat.tube/w/4SmJxn7Q2XRp7ZGDCxvNUV +youtube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RRt08MvK4tE +links: + - Common Threats: https://www.privacyguides.org/en/basics/common-threats/#security-and-privacy + - Recommended Tools: https://www.privacyguides.org/en/tools/ + - Why Privacy Matters: https://www.privacyguides.org/en/basics/why-privacy-matters/ + - VPN Overview: https://www.privacyguides.org/en/basics/vpn-overview/ + - Do You Need a VPN?: https://www.privacyguides.org/videos/2024/12/12/do-you-need-a-vpn/ +--- +Are you mixing up privacy, security, and anonymity? Don't worry, it's more common than you might think! In this week's video we break down each term, so you can make educated decisions on what [privacy tools](https://www.privacyguides.org/en/tools/) are best for you. + +## Sources + +- +- diff --git a/videos/posts/why-you-need-tor.md b/videos/posts/why-you-need-tor.md index 11e87082..322a7de1 100644 --- a/videos/posts/why-you-need-tor.md +++ b/videos/posts/why-you-need-tor.md @@ -2,7 +2,7 @@ title: | Anonymity for Everyone: Why You Need Tor date: - created: 2025-03-02T18:00:00 + created: 2025-03-02T18:00:00Z authors: - jordan description: Tor is an invaluable tool for bypassing censorship and browsing privately, in this week's video we dive into the details and explain how it works. Plus we cover some things you should avoid when using Tor to make sure you maintain your anonymity.