Private by DesignHi there,
Craig here from Private by Design.
Welcome to the very first issue of The Private Pulse — your once-a-month check-in with one small privacy win and one news story to help you stay ahead of the digital mess. This month, we’re talking inbox sanity and a fresh perspective on parenting in the digital age.
🛍️ Privacy Tip of the Month: Create a Shopping Alias
Use a separate email alias for online shopping — especially when grabbing freebies or signing up for discounts. It keeps your main inbox cleaner, and you’ll spot which companies are selling or leaking your info.
Why it matters:
Some companies share your email with ad networks. If you see spam on your alias, you know who sold you out.
Need a tool?
Try SimpleLogin or Firefox Relay. Both are free, privacy-respecting, and easy to use.
📰 In the News: 184 Million Passwords Leaked in Mega Breach
A huge data breach has exposed login details for over 180 million accounts — including services like Google, Apple, Netflix, PayPal, and more. Security experts are calling it a “cybercriminal’s dream.”
“The sheer size and scope of this hack is massive — affecting logins across financial platforms, health sites, and everyday tools.”
Takeaway:
If you reuse passwords across sites, this kind of breach puts you at real risk. Use a password manager to create strong, unique passwords — and update old ones you haven’t touched in years.
📖 From the Blog: Why I Don’t Just Lock My Kid’s Phone
Tech restrictions might feel like control — but they often just push problems underground.
In this post, I share how I’m learning to shift from lockdowns to conversations, and what I’ve noticed when we stop treating kids like a threat to be managed.
📦 Resource Spotlight: The Private Parent Starter Kit
If you haven’t checked it out yet, this printable kit gives you:
- Our one-page Privacy Cheat Sheet
- Recommended settings for safer devices at home
- Five conversation starters for digital trust
It’s just $5 — and made for real families, not tech experts.
👉 Get the Starter Kit →
Thanks for being here.
Digital privacy doesn’t have to be perfect — it just has to start. One small change a month is enough.
See you next time,
Craig
privatebydesign.nz