Tools
Best Private Email Provider in 2026
Your inbox is worth protecting. Here's the best tools to do that.
Blog
(28)Reviews, ideas, and more from The New Oil.
Philosophy
Password Length vs Complexity & What It Really Means
Privacy advocates are jumping aboard NIST's new recommendations, but should they?
Reviews
The Case Against Samsung
I'm a proud Samsung hater, but in this piece I consolidate my receipts.
Book Reviews
Book Review: "Privacy's Defender" by Cindy Cohn
The EFF Executive Director's memoir offers insight into how the modern internet came to be.
Philosophy
One Size Does Not Fit All: Why Privacy Is Not a Checklist
My privacy tools are not yours, and that's okay.
Tools
7 Surefire Ways to Stop Identity Theft
Tax season is upon us, and so are fears of identity theft. Here's how to eliminate the risks without breaking the bank.
Tools
The Best Browser for Privacy in 2026
Chrome remains the most common browser, but also the worst if you care at all about your privacy.
Philosophy
The Question of Trust
There's a line between caution and paranoia. This week we explore how to decide when something is trustworthy.
Philosophy
On Parenting & Age Verification
With the rise of age verification laws, many are blaming the parents for being irresponsible. But is that fair or accurate?