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In this short episode, Jo and Ben are talking about what makes a Software privacy-focused, what to look for when making these choices and what drawbacks to expect. We'll also briefly cover the basics of how apps can track your specific smartphone. Further Reading:How to disable Advertiser ID on your Smartphone by the EFFWikipedia on IMEIActer Podcast: Intro to privacy focused software, basics of Cell-Phone tracking0:00/873.4391871×

<p>In this short episode, Jo and Ben are talking about what makes a Software privacy-focused, what to look for when making these choices and what drawbacks to expect. We'll also briefly cover the basics of how apps can track your specific smartphone.</p><p><strong>Further Reading</strong>:</p><ul><li>How to <a href="https://www.eff.org/deeplinks/2022/05/how-disable-ad-id-tracking-ios-and-android-and-why-you-should-do-it-now" rel="noopener noreferrer">disable Advertiser ID on your Smartphone</a> by the EFF</li><li><a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/International_Mobile_Equipment_Identity" rel="noopener noreferrer">Wikipedia on IMEI</a></li></ul><p></p>Acter Podcast: Intro to privacy focused software, basics of Cell-Phone tracking0:00/873.4391871×

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<p><strong>Digital Activism</strong> is a podcast series by <strong>Acter</strong>, featuring succinct, engaging discussions with global activists and tech leaders.</p> <p>Acter is a nonprofit association, leveraging technology to support civil society organizations and their ability to drive systemic change.</p><p>👉 Learn more on our <a href="https://www.acter.global/">website</a></p>

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Digital Activism is a podcast series by Acter, featuring succinct, engaging discussions with global activists and tech leaders. Acter is a nonprofit association, leveraging technology to support civil society organizations and their ability to drive systemic change. 👉 Learn more on our website

<p><strong>Digital Activism</strong> is a podcast series by <strong>Acter</strong>, featuring succinct, engaging discussions with global activists and tech leaders.</p> <p>Acter is a nonprofit association, leveraging technology to support civil society organizations and their ability to drive systemic change.</p><p>👉 Learn more on our <a href="https://www.acter.global/" rel="noopener noreferrer">website</a></p>

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