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4 Privacy Checks You Should Be Doing (But Probably Aren’t)

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Your online security might seem strong — maybe you're using a VPN, strong passwords, and even 2FA. That’s great! But there’s a hidden side to digital privacy that many people overlook.

Even with all those protections, your data might still be leaking.

In this post, I’ll share 4 quick but powerful privacy checks you can do right now to see if your digital setup is truly private.

🔍 1. Port Scan – Is Your System Exposed?

Just like an open door can invite thieves, open ports on your network can be a risk. Hackers often scan for open ports to find weaknesses.

➡️ Check here: DNSChecker Port Scanner

This tool shows which ports on your IP address are open to the internet. If you find unexpected ones open, consider closing them through your router or firewall.

Before clicking on any unknown link (even if it comes from a friend), it’s smart to check if it’s safe.

➡️ Scan a URL: VirusTotal

VirusTotal analyzes links using multiple antivirus engines. It's a fast and easy way to avoid phishing scams or malware.

Sometimes a website might look fine, but it has a bad reputation due to past activity like phishing or spreading malware.

➡️ Check website safety: URLVoid

Just paste in a link and it will tell you if the domain has been flagged before.

🧠 4. Fingerprinting Test – How Trackable Are You?

Even with a VPN and tracker blockers, websites might still identify you using browser fingerprinting — things like your screen size, fonts, time zone, and installed plugins.

➡️ Test your fingerprint: AmIUnique

This shows you how unique your browser is and how easily you could be tracked across the internet.

🌍 Bonus: DNS Leak Test – Is Your VPN Leaking?

When using a VPN, your DNS requests should be private. If they leak, your ISP (or others) might still see what websites you're visiting.

➡️ Run the test: BrowserScan DNS Leak Test

If your real DNS provider shows up, your VPN might not be configured correctly.

🔐 Final Thoughts

Digital privacy isn't just about using a VPN or strong passwords — it’s about knowing where your data might leak and taking action before something goes wrong.

Run these tests once in a while to stay one step ahead.

Stay smart. Stay private. 💻🛡️
PashtunEinstein