Recommended Software: Windows

• Ad Blocker, Malicious Website Safeguard

  • AdGuard Ad Blocker

    • Mobile devices are also supported with the same license. You get 9 licenses included (9 devices), but can pay for additional licenses.

      • Android (click to download latest APK from AdGuard directly)

        • Google does not support this app, but you can install it safely without voiding warranties, and very easily as well. Here are the instructions for installing the app on Android Phones or Tablets.

      • Apple (iOS/iPadOS)

        • The primary app is free; apply your license to unlock full functionality.

      • Android TV

        • Google Chromecast

        • YouTube Instructions

        • Installation requires “sideloading”. It is simple and safe, but takes a few steps.

        • Amazon FireTV

        • Installation requires “sideloading”. It is simple and safe, but takes a few steps.

  • Anti-Virus

    • Spybot - Search & Destroy

      • I highly encourage you to purchase “Personal Edition - Professional” and select the option to manage itself during installation. This is not a lightweight tool, but has been reliable for decades, and I personally use this with my family.

  • Health Check Tool

    • CCLeaner

      • CCLeaner helps you remove junk files, as well as optimize your system.

  • VPN:

    • Your Internet Service Provider (ISP) sells your traffic patterns for money, helping to target ads. As well as the risks of using public Wi-Fi, where anyone could be monitoring the traffic. A VPN helps to prevent this.

      • AdGuardVPN

        • This service enforces a no-logging policy, which means your traffic is not recorded at all.

      • Private Internet Access

        • This service also enforces a no-logging policy.

      • NordVPN

      • SurfShark

  • Secure Browser:

    • Brave Browser

      • Brave is an easy replacement for Chrome and supports the Web Store, so all your extensions will work. It has full functionality, and the Brave Search Engine is completely private, built by them.

    • DuckDuckGo Browser

      • DuckDuckGo is a search engine that leverages Microsoft Bing but adds a layer of privacy on top. The browser experience is more about protecting your privacy.

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