Our Privacy and the Web - Combating Online Surveillance

Explore the critical importance of privacy in the digital age through this insightful conference talk by Selena Deckelmann at View Source 2019. Delve into how privacy shapes individual identity, fosters relationships, and enables critical thinking. Examine Mozilla's commitment to privacy as outlined in their manifesto, particularly Privacy Principle #4. Discover the technical work Firefox undertakes to combat online surveillance and ensure user privacy and security. Learn about various privacy-enhancing features and tools, including Tracking Protection, DNS Over HTTPS, and Breach Alerts. Gain a deeper understanding of the challenges posed by surveillance, Facebook's data practices, and the concept of "Profiles of Reference." Understand Mozilla's approach to lean data and their efforts to protect all users in the digital landscape.