Online Security

I'm not strong in such stuff so I wanna be sure, is Tor enough or should I use VPN as well, if yes then are there any good free vpn? I know paid ones are better, but still maybe there are alternatives.
 
I hope this isn’t a dumb question, but I’ve been using my device (IPhone) on the private safari browser and I stay off of the WiFi. I didn’t think to get a VPN as it is legal to view in my location. Does anyone have any recommendations such as; do I need a new phone to pretext my privacy, etc. I feel dumb for not thinking, any help is much appreciated as I’m new to this.
 
Private browsing window/tab (if that is what private safari is) only hides the content from someone else who has access to your device by not saving history. It does not hide anything from the ISP or VPN and it most likely still caches images you download so even the device is not entirely clean.
Try running some deleted photo recovery app if that is available on iphones. :D You might be surprised.

Not sure what the staying off wifi does for you. You are using an internet connection that is connected to your name anyway.

You gave up your privacy by using a plain connection on your phone. :D A new phone is not going to change that if you continue using it the same way.

In my opinion a phone is inherently an unsafe device as you have very little ways of controlling what the device does and where and for how long it stores files. A phone is the first device that will be confiscated from you and it is only as strong as you password. If you are using a fingerprint, it is almost useless, if you are using face id, it is insecure by design. If you are using a 6 digit pin, it is only going to take about a week to crack it and it can be done automatically.

Zoo porn might be legal to view in your country now, might stop being legal next year.
Also you should find out what could be considered as not legal, sharing your experience might be considered written porn for example.
 
Hello all,

I think there's great information in this thread maybe above the heads of some however there are two things that haven't been mentioned that I see that are far more accessible to the general public than geolocating IP addresses that haven't been put behind a VPN or more.

1. AI searching.
Image searching using artificial intelligence is a fast growing and very powerful tool. It is mostly available to the public, those in LE have access to much more powerful systems. It goes without saying that the tips in the beginning of this thread regarding no identifiable anything in your pictures should not be taken lightly.

Currently facial AI image searching is available for anybody to use it's databases and data sets are growing daily. While most people are smart enough to not have their faces in pictures publicly available AI will be extending far further than just facial searching.
They're already is a tattoo AI search which is only available for LE at the moment but that won't last long.
Voice patterns, furniture and room layouts color schemes you name it AI will be taking all of these things into it's searching capabilities. This isn't 30 years away 20 years away more like over the next 5 to 10 years AI searching going to grow in leaps and bounds and people better be careful.
Unlike traditional reverse image searching which is looking for basic patterns AI can use facial structure, iris details, dental features and this will extend far far further even down to somebody's fingertips. I'm not fear mongering just be aware of the future and the power of AI.

2. Open source intelligence, or OSINT, is the collection and analysis of information that is gathered from public, or open, sources.

OSINT includes all publicly accessible sources of information. This information can be found either online or offline: The Internet, which includes the following and more: forums, blogs, social networking sites, video-sharing sites like YouTube.com, wikis, Whois records of registered domain names, metadata and digital files, dark web resources, geolocation data, IP addresses, people search engines, and anything that can be found online. Traditional mass media (e.g., television, radio, newspapers, books, magazines)

I copied the above from Reddit, link at the bottom. The osint community and it's tools and resources is growing rapidly. Most people have never heard of this what most people know about doing searches for people reverse image searches, People finder type search sites are just but a small bit of the tools and assets used for osint.

If you're really interested in what tools are accessible to the public and how powerful this ever expanding tool sets are the link is a good place to start.

People really need to take heed to the tips in the first part of this thread. And for the love of God people need to stop using stupid passwords and usernames like knottygurl1 or k9couple69. It's amazing how many are found on leaked database sites.

Anyway, I'd be less worried about using Tor and use common sense. Assuming you don't live in a country where they hunt down zoos LE have better things to do. So set up a room hang some white sheets around like a photo studio cover all your tattoos put makeup on your moles on your hands and use a different shade of lipstick and remove your nose ring. Cuz it's those little things that AI will match against a photo you posted on Facebook 10 years ago.
 
I am waiting for Nord to run out to pick up Proton, I grabbed Nord because I wasn't going to sketchy sites and just liked the idea of the protection, that Pornhub isn't like Hey, Single STDS in {insert town here}! and such, But Since I have started to use this site more, I do think Switching to Proton would be good.
 
Isaacthefox said:
www.techradar.com

NordVPN will now comply with law enforcement data requests

NordVPN is still a no-logs VPN but it will comply with court orders
www.techradar.com www.techradar.com

This might be of note to most people here.
More and more VPN providers cucking out to the government these days.

Personally I've cancelled and refunded my plan.
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Thanks for bringing this to my attention! I've used Nord for years and had no idea this was happening. I'll be switching ASAP, most likely to Proton.
 
I don't think anyone needs to go running from Nord, they're still no logs unless a court orders otherwise. In that event they really have nothing to hand over up to the point of the order which is posted on their "warrant canary" page for everyone to read.
When a vpn fully refuses to comply in any way then they'll have issues.
We're talking about bestiality here which isn't a national security threat nor is it espionage, human trafficking etc...
If you're really that worried use a rotating proxy service.
 
Oldman said:
Very true. All we have is their word to go on. Who is more believable?
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To a pint that goes for every vpn however if you read this blog post
nordvpn.com

NordVPN's no-logs policy aces test again | NordVPN

In late 2018, we ordered an industry-first independent assurance engagement to verify our no-logs claim. Here's how we ensure your privacy.
nordvpn.com nordvpn.com

You will see that they have had PricewaterhouseCoopers conduct an assurance examination in 2018 and 2020. I'm sure they could fool them but they would get caught eventually. To many employees for one not to leak something and too many others not to find something out eventually. They don't hide what their policies are and if an audit by PricewaterhouseCoopers isn't enough then I don't know what to say.

I went to proton because they are in Switzerland and all traffic is run through their data centers which are not members of 14 eyes including Switzerland. There are some exceptions in Swiss law but they're again for serious national security matters. Not for interpol to arrest k9lovercouple.

Panama where Nord is based isn't part of 14 eyes either, I imagine they're quicker to kowtow to the US before the Swiss are.

Remember the Swiss are beyond private, can shut every road into their country by a flick of a switch. Preset explosives in mountian sides and bridges... Not to mention every citizen is armed, they have enough fallout shelters for 100% of their population and there are ground to air defense houses in pretty much every neighborhood.

They don't fuck around with their privacy or security.

I'm not suggesting using Nord just saying I don't think LE is sending official government orders for logs. use proton

If you're that worried use Tor and VPN.

If your email is in the zooville database hack that would be disconcerting if anything is.
 
Fantastic post!
Completely agree with everything you’ve said, be careful out there. Laws or forever changing and what was once allowed may not be the next week.
 
I've Downloaded pics and videos of a girl and her dog from Wikr... When you save a file from that, you can change the file name from let's say for example "me and my dog" to the file name 1234.... In doing so, does that actually change the file name if I were to share that picture again and or have it on my device or does the metadata remain?
 
K9kumsluts said:
I've Downloaded pics and videos of a girl and her dog from Wikr... When you save a file from that, you can change the file name from let's say for example "me and my dog" to the file name 1234.... In doing so, does that actually change the file name if I were to share that picture again and or have it on my device or does the metadata remain?
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Yes. You are changing the file name, the rest of the metadata remains.
This may include:
GPS
camera serial number
lens serial number
phone serial number
phone manufacturer and type
photographic settings
creation date
...
 
pes said:
Yes. You are changing the file name, the rest of the metadata remains.
This may include:
GPS
camera serial number
lens serial number
phone serial number
phone manufacturer and type
photographic settings
creation date
...
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Lovely. Gotta love 'Merca' ....Land of the Free huh LOL
 
You wanna talk about security? We should acknowledge the shitty private conversation system that doesn't let you delete your messages. If your account or the site gets compromised, you're SOL. All your old messages will be exposed. Why are we not allowed to delete our own "private" messages?
 
Sorry to comment up an old thread with a seemingly off-topic comment. I noticed that at least SOME ZV images are being scraped and available via Google image search, potentially leading folks here. I assume we're blocking scraping robots to keep our content localized. Is there something we can do for the images, as well? Admins are welcome to contact me directly for discussion.
 
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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I love this info and many you are right. I just kind of feel like, if they want you bad enough theyre gonna get u. 🙁 my question is... What would they do? I suppose if one was extremely decrepit on here, the troll could .. What... Out you on Facebook? Send a scathingly nasty message to grandma? I personally believe I took that chance as soon as I joined this site. But yeah, I guess don't make it took easy huh... Kinda feel like I've been living under a rock for 20 yrs and should have known better... I just assumed we were all friends here. Thank you
 
@Underhoof you're correct if a hacker wants to take you down they could but that doesn't mean you have to make it easy for them and if you want to hide there are many ways to do so even using as many tactics and techniques for protecting your self.
 
Private Internet Access would be a good VPN option, from what I know the last time the US government requested information they couldn't extract any logs because no data was saved
 
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