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Public IP Exposure Checker

Thu, 23 Apr 2026 17:00:33 +0000

IP geolocation

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Tracking Cookie Scanner

Thu, 23 Apr 2026 17:00:33 +0000

Scan cookies for trackers

Open the page you want to scan, paste the cookies (DevTools → Application → Cookies, copy the names + values).

Cookie names (one per line)

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Webcam Permission Checker

Thu, 23 Apr 2026 17:00:33 +0000

Camera & microphone permission state

Checks the Permissions API for this page. Runs entirely client-side; we do NOT actually access your camera or mic.

Current state

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Click "Check" to probe.

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Router Default Password Checker

Thu, 23 Apr 2026 17:00:32 +0000

Router Default Password Checker

Look up the factory default admin credentials for your router model.

Fill in the fields; the generated document renders below. Everything stays in your browser.

Generated document

Click Generate to produce the document.

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IoT Device Risk Checker

Thu, 23 Apr 2026 17:00:25 +0000

IoT Device Risk Checker

10-question audit for doorbells, plugs, locks, cameras.

Privacy: answers stay in your browser. We do not record your responses.

1. Did you change default admin passwords on each device?

Yes No / Not sure

#1 IoT botnet recruitment path.

2. Is each device running current firmware?

Yes No / Not sure

Old firmware = known CVEs.

3. Is the IoT network segmented from your laptops?

Yes No / Not sure

One compromised doorbell should not see your banking tabs.

4. Is MFA enabled on the associated cloud account?

Yes No / Not sure

Most brands support it — turn it on.

5. Is the brand still receiving firmware updates?

Yes No / Not sure

Abandoned no-name brands are a ticking clock.

6. Are app permissions reviewed (mic, camera, location)?

Yes No / Not sure

Many IoT apps grab permissions they do not need.

7. Do you disable features you don't use (two-way audio, voice)?

Yes No / Not sure

Reduce attack surface to what's actually needed.

8. Is the device model not on any known-vulnerable list (Shodan, CISA)?

Yes No / Not sure

Look up the model number before buying.

9. Do you physically unplug / power-down the device when away?

Yes No / Not sure

For cameras especially — simple off switch.

10. Can you export or delete cloud-stored recordings?

Yes No / Not sure

Data portability matters if the brand dies.

Score

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Answer the questions above to see your score.

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Smart Camera Risk Checker

Thu, 23 Apr 2026 15:23:42 +0000

Smart Camera Risk Checker

12-question audit for home cameras: cloud storage, default creds, firmware, access.

Privacy: answers stay in your browser. We do not record your responses.

1. Did you change the camera's default password before installing?

Yes No / Not sure

Cameras with default creds are the #1 IoT botnet recruitment target.

2. Is the camera firmware on its latest version?

Yes No / Not sure

Check monthly. Old firmware = public CVEs.

3. Is MFA enabled on the camera's cloud account?

Yes No / Not sure

Ring, Nest, Wyze all support it.

4. Is the camera on a segmented network (guest WiFi / VLAN)?

Yes No / Not sure

Isolate IoT so a compromised camera can't pivot to your laptop.

5. Are the camera's cloud-account passwords unique (not reused)?

Yes No / Not sure

Reused password + breach = someone watching your living room.

6. Have you disabled features you don't use (two-way audio, motion zones)?

Yes No / Not sure

Reduce attack surface to what you actually need.

7. Is the camera's USB or local-access port physically secured?

Yes No / Not sure

Indoor cameras near doors are a physical tamper target.

8. Have you reviewed who has login access to the camera account?

Yes No / Not sure

Ex-partners, old roommates — remove their access.

9. Is the brand actively receiving firmware updates?

Yes No / Not sure

Abandoned no-name cameras from Amazon often never update. Swap them.

10. Is the camera's line-of-sight reviewed (not pointing at sensitive areas)?

Yes No / Not sure

Cameras pointed at keyboards, whiteboards, or locks are a data exposure.

11. Do you know where the cloud footage is stored (US, EU, other)?

Yes No / Not sure

For legal and privacy reasons, know your vendor's data residency.

12. Can you physically disconnect / unplug the camera when needed?

Yes No / Not sure

Smart plugs or accessible outlets give you a physical off-switch.

Score

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Answer the questions above to see your score.

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Device Security Score

Thu, 23 Apr 2026 15:23:36 +0000

Device Security Score

15-question device-hygiene score for your laptop or phone.

Privacy: answers stay in your browser. We do not record your responses.

1. Is full-disk encryption enabled (BitLocker, FileVault, iOS/Android auto)?

Yes No / Not sure

A lost device without encryption = a data breach. Enable it now.

2. Is automatic OS update on?

Yes No / Not sure

Out-of-date OS is the #1 malware infection vector for consumer devices.

3. Is the device's lock screen set to lock within 5 minutes of idle?

Yes No / Not sure

Shoulder-surfing and casual access attacks happen. Lock fast.

4. Does the device require a PIN/password/biometric to unlock?

Yes No / Not sure

No swipe-to-unlock. Even a 6-digit PIN is meaningful friction.

5. Is Find My Device / Find My iPhone enabled?

Yes No / Not sure

Remote-wipe a lost device in seconds. Enable this now if you haven't.

6. Are apps installed only from official stores (not sideloaded APKs)?

Yes No / Not sure

Side-loaded apps are the #1 Android malware vector.

7. Do you review app permissions at least every 6 months?

Yes No / Not sure

Microphone, location, contacts — most apps have permissions they don't need.

8. Is the device antivirus / built-in protection enabled (Defender, XProtect)?

Yes No / Not sure

Windows Defender is on by default and is fine for most people. Don't disable it.

9. Are unused apps removed (not just from home screen — actually uninstalled)?

Yes No / Not sure

Every installed app is attack surface. Prune quarterly.

10. Is the firewall enabled (macOS/Windows built-ins)?

Yes No / Not sure

Both ship with a firewall. Turn it on.

11. Is Bluetooth off when not in use?

Yes No / Not sure

Old Bluetooth stacks have exploitable vulns. Toggle off when not paired.

12. Is the device's screen auto-lock timeout ≤ 2 minutes when mobile?

Yes No / Not sure

Phone left on the coffee shop table for 10 min is free access.

13. Do you reboot the device at least monthly?

Yes No / Not sure

Regular reboots clear a lot of memory-resident malware and apply pending OS updates.

14. Do you run backups (Time Machine, Windows Backup, iCloud, Google One)?

Yes No / Not sure

If ransomware hits, your backup is your only path back.

15. Is the device inventoried / documented somewhere you can find?

Yes No / Not sure

Serial number, purchase receipt. Critical for lost/stolen claims and insurance.

Score

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Answer the questions above to see your score.

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Browser Security Checker

Thu, 23 Apr 2026 15:23:35 +0000

Browser Security Checker

10 questions — is your browser protecting you like it should?

Privacy: answers stay in your browser. We do not record your responses.

1. Is your browser on its latest version (auto-update on)?

Yes No / Not sure

Chrome, Firefox, Edge, Safari all auto-update. Open about: and verify.

2. Have you reviewed installed extensions in the last 6 months?

Yes No / Not sure

Extensions can read everything you type. Prune to what you actually use.

3. Do you use a content blocker (uBlock Origin) or the browser's built-in tracker block?

Yes No / Not sure

Beyond ads: blocks known malicious domains and trackers.

4. Is HTTPS-only mode enabled?

Yes No / Not sure

Firefox and Chrome both support "HTTPS-only" that blocks plain HTTP pages.

5. Is the browser's Safe Browsing / anti-phishing protection on?

Yes No / Not sure

Chrome: Settings → Privacy → Safe Browsing. Firefox: equivalent under Privacy.

6. Do you use browser profiles to separate work and personal sessions?

Yes No / Not sure

Profile isolation contains compromise and reduces cross-site tracking.

7. Are third-party cookies blocked or restricted?

Yes No / Not sure

Firefox and Safari block by default. Chrome has "Block third-party cookies" option.

8. Is autofill restricted to a password manager (not the browser's built-in)?

Yes No / Not sure

Browser autofill leaks credentials to malicious scripts. Use 1Password / Bitwarden instead.

9. Are unused browsers uninstalled from your device?

Yes No / Not sure

That dusty old Edge / Internet Explorer you never use is still a target.

10. Do you routinely clear cookies / site data for sites you don't return to?

Yes No / Not sure

Or use "clear on exit" for third-party sites.

Score

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Answer the questions above to see your score.

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Home WiFi Security Checker

Thu, 23 Apr 2026 15:23:35 +0000

Home WiFi Security Checker

10 questions about your home router and WiFi setup — find the 3 things to fix.

Privacy: answers stay in your browser. We do not record your responses.

1. Is your WiFi using WPA2 or WPA3 (not WEP or open)?

Yes No / Not sure

WEP is broken; open WiFi is exposed. Switch to WPA2 at minimum, WPA3 if your router supports it.

2. Did you change the router's default admin password?

Yes No / Not sure

Default passwords are indexed in public databases. Change it today.

3. Is the router's firmware up to date?

Yes No / Not sure

Log into the admin page, look for "firmware" or "update." Many consumer routers haven't been updated in years.

4. Is WPS (WiFi Protected Setup) disabled?

Yes No / Not sure

WPS has known attacks. Disable it if your devices don't require it.

5. Is the WiFi password at least 14 characters?

Yes No / Not sure

Short WPA2 passwords can be cracked offline in days. 14+ mixed characters pushes that to decades.

6. Is a separate guest network enabled for visitors / IoT?

Yes No / Not sure

Isolate smart TVs, doorbells, and visitor devices from your laptops on a guest VLAN.

7. Is remote management / admin-from-WAN disabled?

Yes No / Not sure

Attackers scan the internet for exposed router admin pages. Turn it off unless you need it.

8. Is the router less than 5 years old?

Yes No / Not sure

Most consumer routers stop receiving security updates around year 5. If you're past that, replace it.

9. Have you reviewed connected devices recently?

Yes No / Not sure

Most router admin pages show every device — check for unfamiliar ones.

10. Is DNS set to a secure resolver (1.1.1.1, NextDNS, Quad9)?

Yes No / Not sure

Stops connections to known-malicious domains at the DNS layer.

Score

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Answer the questions above to see your score.

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Privacy Score Checker

Thu, 23 Apr 2026 15:23:34 +0000

Privacy Score Checker

12 questions — privacy posture across browser, OS, and accounts.

Privacy: answers stay in your browser. We do not record your responses.

1. Do you use a browser that blocks trackers by default (Firefox, Brave, Safari)?

Yes No / Not sure

Chrome without extensions sends a lot of telemetry. Firefox or Brave block most trackers automatically.

2. Is uBlock Origin (or equivalent content blocker) installed?

Yes No / Not sure

uBlock Origin is free, open-source, and blocks most ad and tracking networks.

3. Do you review app permissions on your phone monthly?

Yes No / Not sure

Apps collect location, contacts, microphone access. Settings → Privacy → review each.

4. Is your primary email with a privacy-respecting provider (Proton, Fastmail) or have you turned off ad personalization in Gmail?

Yes No / Not sure

Ad-supported email scans content for ads. Either switch or disable personalization.

5. Do you use a password manager (not browser-autofill)?

Yes No / Not sure

Dedicated password managers isolate credentials from your browser profile.

6. Have you opted out of major data brokers in the last year?

Yes No / Not sure

Services like DeleteMe, Privacy Bee, or manual opt-outs via Intelius/Spokeo help.

7. Do you use "Sign in with Apple" or a masked email for random signups?

Yes No / Not sure

Hide My Email / Firefox Relay / SimpleLogin prevent leak spread.

8. Is location services OFF by default (only enabled per-app when needed)?

Yes No / Not sure

Most apps don't need "always" location. Switch to "while using" or off.

9. Are ad IDs reset monthly on your phone?

Yes No / Not sure

iOS: Settings → Privacy → Tracking → off. Android: Settings → Privacy → Ads → delete advertising ID.

10. Do you use DNS over HTTPS / a privacy-respecting DNS (1.1.1.1, NextDNS)?

Yes No / Not sure

Your ISP sees every DNS lookup by default. Switch to 1.1.1.1 or NextDNS in 2 minutes.

11. Are social media accounts set to friends-only / non-discoverable?

Yes No / Not sure

Public profiles are the primary research source for scammers and stalkers.

12. Do you check HaveIBeenPwned for your email at least quarterly?

Yes No / Not sure

Or use our Password Leak Checker and Username Leak Checker — free, no signup.

Score

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Answer the questions above to see your score.

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