Safety & privacy, explained
The Detected Blog
Clear, practical guides to staying safe in the real world and protecting your personal information online.
Privacy•6 min read
How data brokers get your personal information — and how to take it back
Data brokers quietly buy, scrape, and sell your name, address, phone number, and more. Here's how they build a profile on you and the steps to claw your privacy back.
June 10, 2026Read →
Safety•5 min read
How to check a hotel or Airbnb for hidden cameras
Hidden cameras in rentals are rare but real. Here's a practical, room-by-room checklist — plus how a phone scan of nearby Wi-Fi and Bluetooth devices can help.
June 4, 2026Read →
Safety•4 min read
Walking alone at night? A safety checklist that actually helps
Practical habits for walking alone — from sharing your route to check-in timers — plus how a trusted contact can follow your walk and be alerted if you don't arrive.
May 28, 2026Read →
Privacy•5 min read
Your email showed up in a data breach. Now what?
A breach result sounds scary, but it's a prompt, not a catastrophe. Here's exactly what to do in the first hour, the first day, and the long term.
May 20, 2026Read →