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| 1 month ago | mod | Removed Post finally have a privacy respecting phone wireless provider reason: this service with very dubious cryptography theater privacy features has already been discussed in this community recently |
| 1 month ago | mod | Removed Post I made my own self hostable social media platform with no silly rules! reason: offtopic in /c/privacy also, LLM slop != credible privacy tool |
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| 2 months ago | mod | Removed Comment yoo you know people who need video editors or advert creators??
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| 2 months ago | mod | Removed Comment Summary (Duck.ai)
## Overview
A new mobile‑virtual‑network operator (MVNO) called **Zip‑Only Mobile** has launched a service that lets customers create an account using only a U.S. ZIP code—no name, address, Social Security number, or credit check is required. The carrier operates on a major U.S. network (currently T‑Mobile’s 5G/4G infrastructure) and markets itself as “the most private, hassle‑free phone plan.”
## How It Works
| Step | What You Do | What the Carrier Collects |
|------|-------------|---------------------------|
| 1. Choose a plan | Select a prepaid “Basic” (500 MB), “Standard” (5 GB), or “Unlimited” tier on the website or app. | ZIP code (required for regulatory filing). |
| 2. Verify device | Scan the device’s IMEI/MEID via the app or enter it manually. | Device identifier (to assign a SIM). |
| 3. Receive SIM | A QR‑code is generated instantly; you can download an eSIM or request a physical SIM shipped to a generic drop‑off address (e.g., a local UPS store). | Shipping address only if you opt for a physical SIM; otherwise none. |
| 4. Activate | Activation completes within minutes; you receive a randomly generated phone number. | Randomly assigned phone number; no personal data stored. |
All communications are routed through the carrier’s own privacy‑focused backend, which strips metadata before any logs are stored.
## Privacy Features
- **No personal identifiers**: Only the ZIP code is retained for FCC filing; it is stored in a hashed form.
- **Anonymous payment**: Users can pay with prepaid debit cards, cryptocurrency, or cash vouchers purchased at retail locations.
- **Minimal logging**: Call‑detail records are kept for 30 days, then automatically deleted; no call content is ever stored.
- **Secure eSIM provisioning**: The eSIM profile is delivered over TLS 1.3 and signed with a certificate that prevents tampering.
## Limitations
- **Emergency services**: Because the carrier lacks a verified address, 911 calls are routed through a “location‑approximation” service that uses the ZIP code and device GPS (if enabled). Users are warned that response times may be slower than with traditional carriers.
- **Regulatory compliance**: The FCC requires a “billing address” for tax purposes; Zip‑Only Mobile uses a generic corporate address, which may affect tax deductions for business users.
- **Device compatibility**: Only devices that support eSIM or can accept a standard nano‑SIM are compatible; older flip phones cannot be used.
## Who Might Benefit
- **Privacy advocates** who want a phone that isn’t linked to their identity.
- **Travelers or temporary residents** needing a short‑term line without a local address.
- **Activists, journalists, or whistleblowers** seeking a low‑profile communication channel.
## Getting Started
1. Visit **ziponlymobile.com**.
2. Pick a plan and enter your ZIP code.
3. Choose payment method (prepaid card, crypto, or cash voucher).
4. Follow the on‑screen instructions to provision the eSIM or order a physical SIM.
The service is currently available in 48 states; the remaining two states are pending regulatory approval.
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*Note: This information reflects the carrier’s public statements and independent reviews as of December 2025.*
by  Zerush@lemmy.mlreason: do. not. do. this. |
| 2 months ago | mod | Removed Post Meet Journiv! A Self-Hosted, Privacy-First Journaling App (Day One/Apple Journal Alternative) reason: Rule 4 |
| 2 months ago | mod | Removed Post Journiv self hosted private journal: Now with markdown and inline media support reason: Rule 4 |
| 2 months ago | mod | Removed Post Journiv v0.1.0-beta.8: This Thanksgiving, give your family the gift of memories that last forever reason: Rule 4 |
| 2 months ago | mod | Removed Comment Law enforcement is part of the government you dickhead by unexposedhazard@discuss.tchncs.de reason: Rule 2 |
| 2 months ago | mod | Removed Comment Man, I am so totally with you, but the problem - and it's ridiculous to say it's not a problem - is the guy running GrapheneOS is apparently a socially backward [drama whore](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4To-F6W1NT0). Louis Rossman is an amazing advocate, I don't even pay that much attention to shit and I know him as one of my favorite people on YouTube because of his advocacy for right to repair. And this guy just pisses all over his face for the most minor perceived infraction. I have *no problem* imagining that something like GrapheneOS would face intense harassment from the state, but when you act like this dude does you completely lose all credibility. Everybody is just left wondering if maybe, just maybe, this is just your weird ass making shit up. by  Supervisor194@lemmy.worldreason: lemmy.ml rules 1 and 2 |
| 2 months ago | mod | Removed Comment Have you ever been outside? In any social situation? Have you ever seen anyone with a Graphene OS phone in those situations other than you? No?
Then your estimates are wrong. by masterspace@lemmy.ca reason: Rule 2 |
| 2 months ago | mod | Removed Comment You shouldn't. Its a project from a mentally ill person who can't be trusted. by  quick_snail@feddit.nlreason: Rule 1 |
| 2 months ago | mod | Removed Comment You swallowed the kool-aid.
And I'm autistic, but not an asshole like you and Daniel. by quick_snail@feddit.nl reason: lemmy.ml rules 1 and 2 |
| 2 months ago | mod | Removed Comment How is everybody stupid enough to follow murena and calyx's propaganda. Graphene is years ahead of them in terms of security, that's why they want to get rid of them to sell you a subpar, less open product (edit: actually sell, they sell preinstalled phones). And fuck you, autistics aren't mentally ill. by JamesBoeing737MAX@sopuli.xyz reason: lemmy.ml rule 2 |
| 2 months ago | mod | Removed Comment You shouldn't. Its a project from a mentally ill person who can't be trusted. by quick_snail@feddit.nl reason: lemmy.ml rule 1 |
| 2 months ago | mod | Removed Post Opening the door: Making self-hosting friendly for newcomers reason: /c/privacy rule 2 |
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| 2 months ago | mod | Removed Comment There's an irony to this, given how you started frothing at the mouth and spewing toxicity when someone mentioned Proton.
Now you're my toy. by chloroken@lemmy.ml reason: lemmy.ml rule 2 |
| 2 months ago | mod | Removed Comment I'm handling you like the little goober you are.
You came here as a big dog, I'm just reminding you how small you are. by chloroken@lemmy.ml reason: lemmy.ml rule 2 |
| 2 months ago | mod | Removed Comment Oops, you dug a hole and are now looking for a way out.
Too bad little mans. I'm going to dunk on you until you learn how to behave. by chloroken@lemmy.ml reason: lemmy.ml rule 2 |
| 2 months ago | mod | Removed Comment I am a Proton user, are you mad? I'm happy to work you into a frenzy about this if you're up for it. You seem incredibly easy to trigger. by chloroken@lemmy.ml reason: lemmy.ml rule 2 |
| 2 months ago | mod | Removed Post I just got sick of Protonmail reason: /c/privacy rule 2 |
| 2 months ago | mod | Removed Post As usual, the Israelis let the cat out of the bag because they think we can't translate things reason: Rule 2 |
| 2 months ago | mod | Removed Comment Fucking hell, you're one of the most insufferable people on _Lemmy_, that's an achievement by LuckingFurker (Any/All)@lemmy.blahaj.zone reason: Rule 2 |
| 2 months ago | mod | Removed Comment It's funny how much you're all pretending to hate me when you actually want to be spoon fed an explanation of something easily understood with google translate and clicking the link. Because you trust my eyes more than your own. It's cute how mad liberals get when they remember they rely on entertainment from people who wouldn't care if they got flattened by an SUV the next morning by mistermodal@lemmy.ml reason: Rule 2 |
| 2 months ago | mod | Removed Comment With all due respect, go fuck yourself. by chaoticnumber@lemmy.dbzer0.com reason: Rule 2 |
| 2 months ago | mod | Removed Comment No, I find most people on here tedious and it doesn't benefit me in any way. Figure it out yourself by mistermodal@lemmy.ml reason: Rule 2 |
| 2 months ago | mod | Removed Comment I think privacy is important for the west, but through interactions I've had with mostly Chinese people on this topic as well as visiting China and Taiwan, I think it's very interesting how differently we view things.
Taiwan is much more like the west in this regard, and they pretty regularly hold protests and things like that. China is a different story, and they have mass surveillance and the people are happy to have it.
I believe that people in China are for the most part genuinely okay with mass surveillance and think it's a good idea. One of the big ideological differences between east and west is that we value individualism over everything, and they value social harmony above everything. They would much rather give up privacy if that means that everyone in their community can feel safer. We feel strongly tied to privacy because we believe it's necessary for true individualism.
For example, in China the crime rate is incredibly low. You can use your smartphone to hold your place on public transport or at a cafe, and people do this regularly because there is zero worry that it will be stolen. If someone does steal it, they're very quickly caught. They're happy to not have to worry about drug addicts wandering the streets, or even really have the possibility of encountering illicit drugs because they believe (and probably rightly so) that they destroy families and harm society. There's many concrete benefits to mass surveillance, but they come at the cost of individualism.
Basically, we want the freedom and the means to do things that our government doesn't necessarily approve of. For the west, I agree with this and I think it's necessary because of how diverse we are. But, as we become more culturally homogeneous, the benefits of mass surveillance come with less and less of a cost.
It's a tricky issue and there's no one solution, it really depends on culture and context in my opinion. For the west in 2025,I think privacy is still very important and individualism is still highly valued, but I do wonder if our kids and their kids will share that sentiment or if we'll see a shift as we become further homogenized.
I think a lot of young people already have the attitude of "They're already tracking everything so I don't care" which leads to the exact same conclusions as "I have nothing to hide so I don't care". by Hufschmid@lemmy.ml reason: Rule 1 |
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| 3 months ago | mod | Removed Post Interesting reason: slop |
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