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Chrome and Edge collect your activity by default. A private browser blocks trackers and reduces fingerprinting from the start. We chose free options with strong defaults, less leaks, regular updates, and good results on Australian sites.
Browser that routes traffic through Tor for stronger anonymity. Slower. For higher-risk browsing.
Browser with ad and tracker blocking on by default. Fast, and no account required.
Browser built to resist fingerprinting. Based on Firefox, with Tor Project input. Stronger when paired with a VPN.
Firefox with the telemetry and tracking stripped out. Stronger defaults from the start.
Android browser with ad and tracker blocking built in. Lighter than Chrome, and harder to fingerprint.
Ads and trackers follow you from site to site. A free blocker stops the scripts. We chose extensions that update often and do not add their own. Install one. Pages load faster, and less of your browsing leaves the browser.
Blocks ads and trackers in the browser. Light on resources. One of the most effective free blockers.
Sends YouTube, Reddit and similar links to private frontends automatically. One extension. Less tracking.
Loads common website files from your browser instead of third-party servers. Faster, and fewer trackers.
Strips tracking codes from web addresses before you open or share them. Links stop carrying a trail.
Browser extension from the Electronic Frontier Foundation that learns to block trackers as you browse.
Loads common website files from your browser instead of tracking servers. Pages are faster and leak less.
Deletes cookies when you close a tab. Sites do not keep the trail between visits.
Sends links from big platforms to private alternatives automatically. Less tracking on everyday sites.
Google stores every search and builds a profile. A private search engine does not. We chose free options that return useful results without logging your history, tying it to an account, or training an ad system.
Google results without Google seeing the search. European privacy standards. No account needed.
Search that pulls results from many engines and does not profile you. Can be self-hosted.
Search engine with its own index. Does not build a profile from your queries.
Search engine that does not build a profile from your queries. Simple switch from Google.
Search engine with its own index. Does not rely on Google or Bing, and does not build a profile from your queries.
German search engine that combines results from several sources. Does not build a profile from your queries.
Reusing a password means one leak opens every account. A password manager stores unique ones behind a single master password. We chose free, audited options with autofill and open-source builds.
Password manager from Proton with aliases and 2FA built in. Free tier. Encrypted.
Popular password manager with cloud sync and self-hosting options. Open-source with zero-knowledge encryption. Works well across all devices and browsers.
Desktop password manager that stores everything on your computer. No cloud by default. One master password.
Android password manager that works offline. Encrypted database stays on the phone.
Creates strong passwords in the browser. Part of Proton Pass. No need to invent them.
Password manager with autofill and a usable free tier. One master password for unique logins.
One master password. Unique passwords for every site, with sharing for a family or team.
Your internet provider sees the sites you open. A VPN encrypts the connection and hides the address. We chose free or free-tier options with no-logs policies, audits, and servers near Australia. Use one on public Wi-Fi. It does not stop the phone or the app from reporting.
Swiss VPN with a usable free tier and a no-logs policy. Open-source apps.
VPN with no-logs policy and anonymous account numbers. No email required to sign up. Audited.
Routes Android traffic through Tor. Stronger anonymity on the phone. Open-source.
VPN with a usable free plan and built-in ad blocking. Australian servers. Beginner-friendly.
VPN that routes through community-run nodes. Decentralised. Focus on privacy and resisting blocks.
VPN with a strict no-logs policy and regular audits. Paid, with a clear privacy focus.
A password is one door. 2FA adds a code that changes. We chose free authenticator apps that work offline and do not send your accounts elsewhere. Turn it on for email, banking and myGov. A leaked password then does less damage.
2FA app from Proton. Encrypted. Unlimited free. Fits with Proton Mail and Pass.
Authenticator app with encrypted backups. Codes stay protected if you change phones.
Offline authenticator for Android. Encrypted storage. Codes stay on the phone.
A breach notice arrives after the data has already left. These tools scan for malware and check if your email has appeared in known leaks. We chose free, audited options that run with little collection.
Checks if your email has appeared in a known data breach. One search. Clear result.
Checks if your logins have appeared in known breaches. Alerts inside Proton Pass.
Scans files and email for viruses and malware. Open-source. Run it when you want a check, not all day.
Checks a Linux or Mac system for weak settings and suggests fixes. For people who manage their own machine.
Android app that scans for malware on the device. Uses local lists. Few permissions.
Scans a file or link with many antivirus engines at once. Quick check before you open a download.
Checks a link for malicious scripts before you open it. Useful for suspicious messages.
Applies stronger privacy settings on Windows and Mac in one go. Open-source. Beginner-friendly.
Scans a site and lists the trackers it loads. Useful before you trust a page.
A file you can open is a file anyone with the device can open. Encryption scrambles it so only the key works. We chose free, audited tools that are simple to use. Encrypt anything sensitive before you store or send it.
Creates an encrypted folder or encrypts a whole drive. Open-source. For files you want locked.
Encrypts files before they go into Dropbox, Google Drive or similar. The cloud holds the file. It cannot read it.
Encrypts a file or folder with a password. Simple. Works offline.
Emptying the bin does not erase the file. Secure deletion overwrites it so recovery tools fail. We chose free, open-source options that work on Windows, Mac and Linux.
Clears cache, cookies and junk, and can overwrite free space so deleted files are harder to recover.
Turns a risky PDF or document into a safe copy. Useful when a file comes from someone you do not fully trust.
Clears temporary files, browser junk and leftover data from the computer. Free version covers the basics.
A photo can carry your location, the camera, the time it was taken and more. Metadata tools strip that before you share. We chose free options that clean the file in one click and leave the image usable.
Strips hidden metadata from images and documents on your computer. Batch clean before you share.
Reads and removes metadata from almost any file. More control if you need to automate the clean.
Removes hidden data from photos, videos and PDFs. Drag, drop, done. Works offline.
Shows the hidden location and camera data in a photo. Check before you share. Prefer an offline tool for sensitive images.
Sites can identify your device without cookies. Fingerprinting reads the screen, fonts and browser details. We chose free extensions and settings that cut that signal and still let sites work. Pair one with a private browser. Tracking gets harder.
Shows how unique your browser fingerprint is. Use it to see what sites can already identify.
Tests how well your browser resists tracking and fingerprinting. From the Electronic Frontier Foundation.
Tests what your browser leaks: IP, fonts, hardware and more. See how identifiable you are.
Your internet provider sees every site you open. A private DNS hides the names and can block known bad domains. We chose free, audited options with no logs and servers near Australia.
Custom DNS that blocks ads, trackers and chosen domains. Free tier. Works on phones and routers.
DNS that blocks malware and phishing sites. Nonprofit. No logs. Set it once on the network.
DNS that blocks ads and trackers before the page loads. No logs. Works on the whole network.
SMS and mainstream chat apps can be read by the company or requested by others. A private messenger encrypts the conversation so only the people in it can open it. We chose free, open-source options with little metadata, including some that need no phone number. Use one for anything you would not say in public
Hardened Signal for Android. Extra encryption on the message database. Install from F-Droid.
Messenger with no phone number. Messages route through multiple nodes. Groups and voice notes.
Messenger with no user ID and no central server. Designed so there is no account to link the chats.
Encrypted messenger for personal use and teams. Open-source. Can be self-hosted.
Video calls with no account required. Can be encrypted. Useful when Zoom wants a login.
Video meetings from Proton. Encrypted. No account needed to join. Runs in the browser.
Messenger with no phone number and no central server. Works offline and over peer-to-peer.
Encrypted chat for groups, voice and video. Useful for a team that does not want Slack reading the room.
One email address becomes the key to every account. Aliases and private email let you sign up without handing over the real inbox. We chose free or free-tier options with strong encryption. A leak then hits one alias, not your main address.
Encrypted email from Switzerland. Free tier. Works with the rest of Proton.
Encrypted email from Germany. Free tier. Aliases on paid plans. Open-source apps.
German email with custom domains and aliases. Paid. Strong privacy focus, no free tier.
Creates email aliases that forward to your real inbox. A leak hits the alias, not the main address.
Email aliases that forward to your real inbox. A leak hits the alias, not the main address.
Temporary email that disappears. Use it for a sign-up so the real address is not in another database.
Shows where an email came from and whether the sender address was faked. Useful before you click.
Mainstream social apps build a profile from every like and follow. Private networks and communities let you connect with less of that collection. We chose free, open-source or decentralised options with stronger controls.
Social network without a central company ranking your feed. Communities run their own servers.
Social posts and messages where you hold the keys. No single company can delete the account.
Photo sharing without a central company ranking your feed. Chronological. Federated.
Forums and link sharing without a central company tracking every click. Communities run their own servers.
These utilities generate details, check terms, or point to open-source alternatives. We chose free tools that do one thing and collect little. Bookmark a few.
Shows your public IP, rough location and provider. Useful to confirm a VPN is on.
Checks speed, latency and whether a VPN is working. Useful on Australian connections.
Rates how trustworthy a website looks. Useful before you shop or sign up. Simple check.
Grades privacy policies in plain language. See what a service actually does with your data before you agree.
Finds alternatives to apps that track. Useful when you want the job done without the profile.
Stream your own movies and music from a computer you control. No company account. Nothing leaves your network.
Streams films and shows from sources you choose, in one interface. Open-source. Minimal tracking.
List of free public TV channels you can play in VLC. No subscription account.
Hides a short message inside ordinary text. Password-protected. Useful for a discreet note.
Creates realistic fake names and details for forms and test sign-ups. Does not store what you generate.
Directory for finding open-source software. Useful when you want an alternative that is not tracking you.
Plain-language guides on protecting yourself from surveillance. From the Electronic Frontier Foundation.
Directory of tools for researching public information. Useful for checking what is already online about a name or site.
Grammar and spell check that does not send your writing to a company for ads. Alternative to Grammarly.
Cloud AI sends your prompts and files to someone else's server. Local tools run on the device you control. We chose free, open-source options that stay active and do not require an account. Use one when the question should not leave the machine.
AI assistant from Proton for writing and questions. Does not train on what you type.
Run AI models on your own computer from the command line. Offline after setup. Prompts stay local.
Download and run AI models on your own computer. Prompts stay on the machine.
Local AI chat with your own documents on the device. Nothing is sent to a cloud model.
Most analytics build a profile of every visitor. Privacy tools count pages and paths without cookies or third parties. We chose free, open-source options that stay under your control. Use one when you need numbers and do not want the visitor as the product.
Website analytics you can host yourself. Counts visits without building a profile of each person.
Website analytics without cookies or personal profiles. Simple visitor counts. EU-hosted option.
Counts page views without building a profile of each visitor. Simple stats, no cookies.
Ordinary cloud storage can be opened by the company that holds it. Encrypted options scramble the files so only your key works. We chose free or free-tier services with strong encryption.
Encrypted file storage from Proton. Free tier. The service cannot read the files.
Your own cloud for files, calendar and notes. You host it, or use a provider. You control the data.
Cloud storage that encrypts files so the provider cannot read them. Free tier. Works on phone and desktop.
European cloud storage with end-to-end encryption. Free tier. The provider cannot read the files.
Send a file to another device with a code. Encrypted. No account and no cloud.
Cloud sync puts your files on someone else's servers. Private sync and sharing keep them on devices you control, encrypted in transit. We chose free, open-source options that are simple to set up. The files stay reachable. The company does not hold the copies.
Keeps folders in sync between your devices. Peer-to-peer. No cloud company holds the files.
Share a file over Tor with a link that can self-destruct. For sensitive transfers. No account.
Send files between devices on the same Wi-Fi. Encrypted. No internet and no account.
Send a file to another computer with a short code. Encrypted. No account and no cloud.
Google Maps records where you go. Private maps work offline and do not build that trail. We chose free, open-source options with good Australian coverage. Download the area once. Navigation does not need a company watching.
Offline maps with no ads and no tracking. Light app for walking, cycling and driving.
Detailed offline maps and navigation. Strong for remote areas in Australia. No data collection.
Community map anyone can view and improve. No central company tracking your searches. Works with private map apps.
Navigation with offline maps and no ads. Works in Australia without sending a trail to Google.
Cloud notes can be scanned for features and ads. Private tools keep the files on your device or encrypt them. We chose free, open-source options that work offline. The research stays yours until you decide to share it.
Encrypted notes with a clean interface. Free tier. Works across devices.
Notes and to-do lists that stay on your device, with optional encrypted sync. Works offline.
Documents, spreadsheets and presentations that are encrypted. Collaborate without the file sitting open on a company server.
Photo and video backup that is encrypted. You can share with family. The service cannot read the files.
Notes that link together, like a personal wiki. Works offline. Nothing is sent for ads.
Notes and knowledge base that stay on your device, encrypted. Works offline.
Cloud editors upload the file before you can cut it. Private media tools run on the device and need no account. We chose free, open-source options that work offline. Edit the photo or the clip locally. It leaves only when you send it.
Screen recording and live streaming on your computer. Open-source. No account required for local recording.
Video editor that runs on your computer. Timeline, effects, multi-track. No upload.
Record and edit audio on the device. No account. No upload.
Full photo and image editor. Runs on your computer. No account, no upload.
Simple screen recorder with drawing tools. Runs locally. No upload for a quick capture.
Professional video editor that runs on your computer. Free version is full enough for most work. No upload required.
Video editor that runs offline. Open-source. No account. No usage tracking.
Cloud design tools can see every file you open. Private options run on your machine and do not require an account. We chose free, open-source tools with a solid reputation. The work stays on the device until you choose to share it.
Windows, macOS and stock Android report home by default. A privacy operating system cuts that layer. We chose free, well-supported options that beginners can run, including hardened Android and Linux.
Linux system that runs each app in its own isolated box. Strong separation. For higher-risk work.
Linux that feels like Windows or Mac. No built-in tracking. The system for Privacy Laptops.
The default store expects an account and can see what you install. Private stores offer apps without that login. We chose trusted free options with strong privacy standards, mainly for Android. The store does not build the profile.
Android app store for free, open-source apps. No account. Listings note trackers. Pre-installed on all Privacy Phones.
Install Play apps without a personal Google account. Useful when a bank or government app still asks for Play. Pre-installed on all Privacy Phones.
Updates Android apps directly from GitHub and other sources. Skips the Play Store for those apps.
Cleaner way to browse and install F-Droid apps. No account. No tracking.
YouTube and Reddit load trackers with every page. A private frontend strips them and still shows the content. We chose free, open-source options that stay maintained.
Watch YouTube without ads, an account, or Google tracking. Works in the browser.
Browse Reddit without ads, an account, or the usual trackers.
View Instagram profiles and posts without an account or the usual trackers.
Read X/Twitter without ads, an account, or the usual trackers.
Desktop app for watching YouTube without ads or a Google account.
Android app for YouTube with no ads and no Google account. Lightweight.
Banking apps and payment tools collect more than the transaction. Private finance options let you track spending and subscriptions with less of that sharing. We chose free or low-cost tools that collect little.
An exchange wallet is the company's account. A non-custodial wallet keeps the keys on a device you control. We chose free, open-source options with a solid reputation. Use one if you hold cryptocurrency. The coins stay reachable without the exchange holding them.
Mobile wallet for Bitcoin and Monero. Open-source, audited, with private transaction options.
Bitcoin wallet you control. Open-source, works with hardware wallets, and keeps the keys on your device.
Bitcoin wallet from Proton. You hold the keys. Encrypted. Swiss-based.
A public blockchain shows every transfer. Privacy tools and careful wallet use reduce how easily those transfers link back to you. We chose free or accessible options that are straightforward to run. The record stays public. The link to you does not have to be obvious.
Cryptocurrency where transactions are private by default. Amounts and parties are not visible on a public list.
Cryptocurrency with optional private transactions. You choose transparent or shielded.
Cryptocurrency where transaction details are hidden by default.
Guides on your rights, your phone, and the steps that cut tracking in Australia.
Answers on Privacy Phones, laptops, setup and warranty. Question not here? Contact Us.
You switch to a Privacy Phone in Australia to stop the operating system collecting your location, app use and behaviour in the background, even while the phone sits idle. That stream on stock Android and iOS feeds ads, data brokers and AI systems. A Privacy Phone does not.
GrapheneOS is the system the privacy industry, including Proton, regards as the most private phone OS in 2026. Edward Snowden, NSA-contractor who exposed global surveillance programs, recommends it.
| Feature | Normal Phone | Privacy Phone |
| OS tracking | Background collection | None by default |
| Sensors | App permissions + leaky system | One-tap kill switches |
| Account | Google or Apple required | None required |
| Separate spaces | Limited | Up to 32 profiles |
| Kids / teen | Family Link or Screen Time | A full profile you control |
| Emergency wipe | Basic factory reset | Duress PIN to wipe device |
| Setup | You do it | We do 4-7+ hours before it ships |
See Essential or Pro Bundle for the two setup depths we offer.
A Privacy Phone stops a phone operating system treating your life as a product. Our level of configuration sets a higher standard in Australia, and it arrives ready.
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GrapheneOS is a privacy-focused Android-based operating system for Google Pixel phones. It is de-Googled: Google services and tracking are removed while everyday Android apps still work. We sell new Australian-stock Pixels with GrapheneOS professionally configured by hand, with a 2-year Australian warranty and Australian support.
Yes. GrapheneOS is free open-source software that you install and use on a phone you own. It works on Telstra, Optus and Vodafone networks in Australia, and you keep your existing number. No special permissions are required to use it on your device.
Privacy experts and organisations such as Proton align with GrapheneOS as the strongest de-Googled Android option for a Privacy Phone in 2026.
Officially, yes. Current support is for Google Pixel phones because they meet the required hardware and update standards. PrivacyPros sells new Australian-stock Pixel phones for this reason.
There is no flashing or technical setup required from you. The phone arrives ready to use. You insert your SIM or eSIM and start everyday use.
GrapheneOS is community-driven and does not profit from your data. For the latest GrapheneOS features, see official site list at grapheneos.org/features.
Our level of professional configuration ensures an easy transition from normal phones. Our configuration includes usability so everyday apps, calls, messages and banking work when the phone arrives. You get GrapheneOS control without the complexity.
GrapheneOS suits non-technical Australians, families and everyday users who want stronger privacy defaults without building or flashing a phone themselves.
It also suits professionals such as doctors, lawyers and journalists, plus travellers and people handling sensitive client or personal information who need tighter control over apps, sensors and location.
De-Googled only means Google services were removed the phone. The replacements are not equal.
GrapheneOS, CalyxOS, LineageOS and /e/OS all start from Android. They differ on security hardening, how they talk to Google, which phones they support, how fast patches land, etc.
| GrapheneOS | CalyxOS | LineageOS | /e/OS (Murena) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Focus | Security-first hardening | Privacy with app compatibility | Custom ROM, wide devices | Beginner-friendly de-Google |
| Google path | None by default; optional sandboxed Play | microG | Customisable (potential leaks) | microG |
| Device Support | Google Pixels only | Pixels + others | Wide range | Fairphone and select devices |
| Usability for Beginners | Simple like stock Android | Easy, some Google services optional | Often needs tweaks, buggy | App-focused, slow performance |
| Updates | Up to 7+ years on current Pixels | Shorter, device-dependent | Varies by maintainer | Device-dependent |
| Australian Compatibility | Full support (Telstra, Optus, Vodafone, etc) | Good compatibility | Uneven | Limited local support |
We configure and ship GrapheneOS only. It is the strongest hardened de-Googled option for Australians. You get stronger defaults, everyday apps that work, and without the trade-offs of other systems.
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We sell new Australian Pixels, de-Googled with GrapheneOS, configured before it ships. The privacy system and setup are the same across models. The model only changes the screen, camera, battery and whether it folds.
All phones come with a 2-year Australian warranty. We don’t sell refurbished or grey import phones. A used or grey-import “privacy phone” in Australia arrives with someone else’s hardware history, inherited risks, and a shorter warranty. See PrivacyPros vs other privacy phones.
GrapheneOS needs a bootloader you can relock, Verified Boot, a Titan security chip, and years of firmware updates. Current Pixel 9 and Pixel 10 series have that. Samsung, iPhone, generic Android, and the Pixel 11 series do not. Until another device has official GrapheneOS support and meets the same bar, we stay on new Australian Pixel 9 and Pixel 10 phones.
| Model | Sizes Available | Best For |
|---|---|---|
| Pixel 10 | 128GB, 256GB | Best value entry to Pixel 10 series |
| Pixel 10 Pro | 128GB-1TB | Balanced flagship |
| Pixel 10 Pro XL | 256GB-1TB | Large screen |
| Pixel 10 Pro Fold | 256GB-1TB | Current-gen foldable |
| Pixel 9 Pro Fold | 256GB, 512GB | Value foldable (phone + tablet) |
Essential and Pro Bundle are the same phone with different depth of setup. See Essential or Pro Bundle.
Pick the body you will actually carry. All of these become private phones once configured.
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We sell two tiers of Privacy Phones: Essential and Pro Bundle. Both are the same phone – new Australian Pixel, de-Googled with GrapheneOS, configured before it ships. The difference is how far we set it up, how many profiles arrive ready, and what’s in the box.
Essential is not the insecure option. It is the same operating system with less of the setup done for you.
| Essential | Pro Bundle | |
|---|---|---|
| Best for | One hardened profile | Separate rooms on day one |
| Setup | 4+ hours | 7+ hours |
| Profiles on arrival | Owner (you add more) | Owner, Daily and Ghost (switch in seconds) |
| Proton | Free (you set up the account) | 1-year Unlimited (~$200) + account setup |
| In the box | Phone, cable, SIM tool, guides | Same + Faraday bag, camera covers, RFID/NFC blocker, mini notebook, 20-minute support call |
You can add extra profiles or Private Spaces on Essential later. Pro Bundle is the version where those profiles are already built, documented and supported.
GrapheneOS profiles are isolated rooms: separate apps, data and encryption keys. Switching takes seconds.
Essential and Pro homescreens (subject to change as our standards evolve):
Choose Essential if the phone itself is the main leak you want closed, and you are comfortable adding profiles later with the User Manual.
Choose Pro Bundle if you handle sensitive work, you travel, or you want work and personal apps separated the day the phone arrives, with Proton Unlimited and the Faraday bag already in the box.
Most people who want separate profiles on day one choose Pro Bundle.
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A Privacy Phone is a new Australian Pixel, de-Googled with GrapheneOS. The configuration standards are the 4-7+ hours of work by our Pros on top of that operating system, using a 100+ point checklist.
Our goal is to provide a private phone that sets a higher standard in Australia, with configuration focused on privacy, security, usability and resilience.
Anyone can flash GrapheneOS. The secure phone we sell is hours spent by our experts using a 100+ point checklist. Essential is about 4 hours. Pro Bundle is 7+ hours. See Essential or Pro Bundle. This checklist changes when GrapheneOS or the Australian threat model changes.
Both use the same standards. Pro goes further: Owner, Daily and Ghost profiles already configured, Proton Unlimited account set up, Faraday bag and accessories in the box, and a 20-minute support call.
A flash-and-ship phone is GrapheneOS in a box. Ours is the hours after that: new Australian Pixel stock, a two-year AU warranty, and a registered Australian company that still answers after it ships. How that compares is in PrivacyPros vs other privacy phones in Australia.
The standards close the device layer on a de-Googled GrapheneOS privacy phone. They are not the whole stack. Accounts, the browser, privacy-first habits, a Faraday bag if you need the phone dark, and off-grid communications sit on top.
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Kill switches are one-tap tiles that turn off the camera, microphone, location, sensors, network, NFC or USB. They cut the path in the operating system. An app cannot flip it back on.
A permission screen is an app asking. A kill switch is the system refusing the hardware. Camera off means camera off, including to an app that already had permission.
Work and personal separation is profiles – a different control. See Isolation features.
The tiles quiet the phone from the inside. A Faraday bag blocks all the radios from the outside as well. Pro Bundle includes a Mission Darkness Faraday bag for phone.
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A Privacy Phone can run separate profiles. Each with its own apps, files, and encryption keys.
GrapheneOS treats these profiles as separate users, not folders. Work stays in one. Banking stays in another. A child’s profile can be limited and controlled. Everyday apps stay in their own room. You switch between them in seconds, with no reboot.
How these are laid out, and which tier to buy, is in Essential or Pro Bundle.
A profile is a complete separate user on the phone. It has its own apps, files, accounts and encryption keys. You can also control whether that profile can make calls or send texts, on the SIM or the eSIM. It is closer to carrying a second phone than to a work folder on a normal Android device.
A hidden room inside a profile, locked with its own PIN or fingerprint. Use it when you want one or two apps out of sight without creating a whole new profile. It has its own encryption. It still shares a few conveniences with the parent profile i.e. clipboard is. See it like a hidden drawer, not a second phone.
Fine control over what one app can see inside a profile:
The User Manual covers how to set these up.
Separate profiles are one of the strongest practical advantages of this system. A compromised app or a messy profile stays contained.
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Yes. A Privacy Phone can give a child or teenager their own profile on a phone you control.
That profile has its own apps, its own PIN and its own encryption keys. You decide what is in it. While installs are switched off, they cannot add an app store and fill it themselves.
This is not a separate kids phone we sell, and it is not a monitoring service. It is a GrapheneOS feature the setup is built for. You keep Owner. They get a limited profile.
A stock family phone usually comes with a Google or Apple ID in the child’s name, and an app store already open. This layout removes both.
From 10 December 2025, age-restricted platforms in Australia must take reasonable steps to stop under-16s holding accounts. That removed a lot of Instagram, Snapchat, TikTok and YouTube logins. It did not remove the Google or Apple account created the day a normal phone came out of the box. It did not stop a browser opening the same sites without logging in.
From 10 December 2026, the OAIC must register a Children’s Online Privacy Code. The dates are in Australia’s Privacy Law Changes. Neither rule removes tracking from stock Android or iOS.
Family Link and Screen Time need a platform account on the child. You see more, but the company does too.
A Privacy Phone works the other way. You decide what exists in the profile. You do not get a live feed of their chats. Google does not get a childhood file from the operating system. An app you then allow can still collect what you permit it to collect.
Screen time, sleep and the habit itself are a separate problem. That guide is Device Addiction with Kids.
A profile is a real user. Its own apps, files, keys and PIN. An app in one profile cannot read another. You switch in seconds. See Isolation features.
Owner is yours. It takes updates and pushes apps into the profiles you manage. After a restart, Owner unlocks first, then they switch. Give them their own PIN. Keep Owner’s PIN as the master key.
When you add the profile you can block new installs and restrict calls and texts. If TikTok is not installed, it is not in that profile.
Private Space is a hidden drawer inside a profile. It is the wrong tool for a child. Use a full extra profile.
Optional Private DNS in Owner, such as Cloudflare for Families or NextDNS, blocks many adult and phishing domains. It is a layer, not a wall. A browser can still reach what DNS does not catch.
Essential arrives with Owner ready. You add their profile with the User Manual.
Pro Bundle arrives with Owner, Daily and Ghost already built. Their room is best created as a fourth profile. The 20-minute support call can cover the layout once. A longer walkthrough is a consultation. See Essential or Pro Bundle.
Start with a configured Privacy Phone. Keep Owner. Give them a limited profile, and control what’s in it.
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Every Privacy Phone arrives with four app stores already set up. You can browse and install without a Google or Apple account.
Pick a store. Install what you need. The phone still feels like Android.
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Every Privacy Phone arrives with a vetted set of apps installed and ready. You are not assembling a privacy stack from scratch.
A stock phone arrives already tied to a platform account and a store that profiles you. This set works on day one without that.
Everything above, plus:
Unlike others, we provide a complete, ready-to-use privacy-first ecosystem. Our detailed User Manuals include an overview of each app, Pro-tips, video links, alternatives, etc.
This approach helps you avoid a steep learning curve while maximising privacy from day one.
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-> How to Protect Your Privacy in Australia
Yes. The Proton app set is on every Privacy Phone.
Mail, VPN, Drive, Calendar, Pass, Authenticator, Wallet, Meet and Lumo are installed on Essential and on Pro Bundle. The difference is the plan. On Pro Bundle we also set the account up.
We are a Proton Partner. The apps are Swiss-hosted. Mail and Drive are end-to-end encrypted. The VPN is no-logs. They sit inside GrapheneOS’s sandbox, so they do not get a free look at the rest of the phone.
Proton Free. One Mail address, up to 1 GB and 150 messages a day. Drive up to 5 GB. VPN on one device. Calendar, Pass, Wallet, Meet and Lumo on their free tiers. No ads. You create the account after the phone arrives. The User Manual has the steps.
We are a Proton Partner, and offer up to 38% off: https://go.getproton.me/SH30e.
The same apps, on Unlimited for 12 months (~$200 value), account ready:
See the Proton website for full specs.
After the year you renew with Proton, or step down to Free. The apps stay on the phone either way.
Which tier to buy is in Essential or Pro.
One Swiss login covers mail, files, calendar, passwords, VPN and a private assistant. That is the account layer we want on GrapheneOS. Essential is the working free set. Pro Bundle is the same set with the paid room, and the account already done.
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Yes. Every Privacy Phone ships with three privacy-focused browsers, ready to use.
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Yes. Insert a nano-SIM, or add an eSIM. The phone an unlocked, new Australian-model phone.
Add an eSIM from the carrier’s QR code in Settings. Some carrier apps want sandboxed Play. The User Manual covers both paths. How to add that is in install apps on a Privacy Phone.
You can put the two lines in different profiles if you want them further apart. That is in isolation features.
Take the same phone. Proton VPN is already on it if you want an Australian-looking connection for banking or mail while you are away. See Proton apps.
A handful of countries use bands an Australian Pixel does not tune, including some US millimetre-wave. Voice and data still run on 4G in almost every case. If you live on one overseas network, contact us before you order.
Our standards set the radio to 4G. It is a smaller radio surface, the battery lasts longer, and the networks you use in Australia still carry the call. Toggle 5G when you want the extra speed.
Install Android Auto from sandboxed Play. The User Manual has the steps. Wired or wireless, depending on the car. Maps, calls and media. If a head unit is fussy, turn on the compatibility option in Settings.
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Yes. You can see nearby Bluetooth tags, look at an odd Wi-Fi network, and cut Bluetooth or Wi-Fi in one tap.
AirTags, Tiles and similar tags talk over Bluetooth at a short range. A look-alike hotspot can try to catch a connection. The phone will not jam those radios. It will show them to you, and it will let you go quiet.
A new address on each Wi-Fi and Bluetooth connection, so the phone is harder to follow from network to network. Wi-Fi and Bluetooth switch themselves off after 10 minutes with nothing connected. The tiles for Bluetooth, Wi-Fi, NFC and USB sit in the quick settings.
The pre-configured Ghost profile arrives with the scanning tools. A Bluetooth scan looks for AirTags, Tiles and Find My devices nearby, alerts you, and can play a sound to help you find the tag. You can set a zone, such as home or the car, and be told when a tag enters or leaves it. A Wi-Fi scan shows hidden network names, signal strength, and a hotspot that does not look like the one you expected.
The Faraday bag in the box blocks the radios from the outside while it is sealed. Test it: phone on, bag sealed, call it. If it rings, the bag failed. See How Faraday Bags Boost Privacy and Security.
It will not jam a tag. It will not hide the handset from your carrier while the SIM is on. It will not replace looking in the bag, the car and the jacket. A tag in a car’s wheel arch is a physical search, not an app.
Modern tracking devices and rogue networks are increasingly used for surveillance. Privacy Phones paired with Faraday bags gives practical, easy-to-use tools to detect, block, and respond to these tracking threats – without needing technical expertise.
If you know… you know.
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Not while the phone is on the mobile network. Carrier tracking on a privacy phone in Australia continues while the SIM is active: the network still sees the handset identity and which tower it is using.
Telstra, Optus, Vodafone and the networks that resell them see the handset through the SIM. They see the IMEI (the unique handset identity) and which tower you are on, and they keep call and message records. In a city that location is often tens of metres. In the bush it’s much wider. Australian law requires them to keep specified metadata for at least two years. GrapheneOS does not write that away.
While the mobile radio is on with a SIM, the carrier sees the registered service, the handset identity (IMEI) and the cell tower the phone is using. GrapheneOS cannot hide these from the carrier. The same applies to networks that resell Telstra, Optus or Vodafone.
| Tool | What it does |
|---|---|
| Airplane Mode | Radios off. Turn Wi-Fi back on for data if you want. |
| LTE-Only (4G) Mode | 4G/VoLTE for calls. Smaller radio surface than 5G. |
| Network tile | Apps lose the internet until you allow it (kill switches) |
| Proton VPN | Hides your IP from the sites you visit. |
| MAC Randomisation | New Wi-Fi and Bluetooth names each connection. |
| Tracker Tools | Pro Bundle tools for detection of trackers (tracking) |
| Faraday bag | No radio in or out while sealed. Included with Pro Bundle. |
A GrapheneOS privacy phone reduces the tracking that happens on the device itself. When you need no SIM and no towers, consider off-grid private communications.
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The same as the Pixel you bought. We sell new Australian Pixels. The sensors, the lenses and the OLED screen are the hardware Google shipped. GrapheneOS does not swap those for weaker parts.
It does change the default camera app. It does not need a Google account, or a cloud upload, to take a picture.
GrapheneOS Camera can run without a Google account. You can deny it the network. Cloud extras, the heavy editing tools and backup to Google Photos, need a Google account if you want them. They are optional. Leave them off.
You still have the camera kill switch. One tap and the camera is off, including to an app that already had permission. See kill switches.
The same OLED panel as that Pixel on stock Android. GrapheneOS does not dim the hardware.
The camera is still a Pixel camera. GrapheneOS stops the OS harvesting your data in the background. The photo is yours unless you send it somewhere.
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A Privacy Phone and a jailbroken or rooted phone both promise more control. They get there by opposite means.
A PrivacyPros phone is a new Australian Pixel running GrapheneOS, with the bootloader relocked. Google’s tracking layer is gone. Verified Boot, the sandbox and the updates stay on.
Jailbreaking an iPhone, or rooting Android, punches through that lock so you can change anything. Malware can change it too.
| Privacy Phones | Jailbroken iPhones / Rooted Android | |
|---|---|---|
| Privacy | Stock OS tracking removed; strong toggles | Some tracking can be cut; new leaks are common |
| Security model | Verified Boot relocked; sandbox and updates stay | Core protections bypassed |
| Stability | Normal Android day-to-day | Often unstable. Breaks are common |
| Ease of Use | Feels like a normal Android after professional setup. | More technical and requires ongoing maintenance. |
| Updates | Up to 7 years on supported Pixels | Often lost after an OS update |
| Risk Level | Low. Designed with security as a core feature. | High. Increased exposure to malware and instability. |
| Maintenance | Low after setup | Re-root / re-jailbreak |
| Apps | Most work; sandboxed Play if needed | Some banks and apps refuse rooted devices |
| Best for | Privacy without living in a workshop | Advanced users who accept the risk for customisation |
Jailbreak and root trade the lock for control. A Privacy Phone keeps the lock, and still takes Google out of the operating system.
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Not every privacy phone in Australia is the same product.
A Pixel de-Googled with GrapheneOS is the right base. What you buy from a seller is the hardware history, the hours of configuration, the warranty path, and whether anyone in Australia still answers after it ships.
In Australia 2026, results mix four offers:
Ask in writing, and keep the answers – use their business email (red flag if they use a Gmail) and not a WhatsApp chat:
| PrivacyPros | Other Providers | |
|---|---|---|
| Setup | 4-7+ hour on our standards (see FAQ). Profiles and apps prepared | GrapheneOS flashed, or a DIY guide. You finish the rest with DIY |
| Hardware | New AU-sourced Pixel. 2-year OEM warranty | Often used, refurbished or grey import. Shorter or seller-only warranty |
| Community | Free privacy workshops across Australia. Donations to GrapheneOS. Ethical partnerships | Often transaction-only |
| Guides & Support | Quick Start Guide + full User Manual. Pro Bundle adds a 20-minute call | Generic/AI notes, a forum link, or little after box arrives |
| In the box (Pro Bundle) | 1-year Proton Unlimited (~$200), account setup, premium Faraday bag, camera covers + more | Phone only, or extras sold separately |
| Ecosystem | Privacy phones, laptops, accessories, off-grid comms, 150+ free tools, consults | Usually handset only |
| Who it is for | Everyday Australians – families, professionals, non-technical users | Often overly technical for beginners |
We support the phones we configure. We cannot take on a device bought from another seller.
Compare sellers on hardware you can verify, configuration you can read, and support that stays in Australia.
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A cheap privacy phone in Australia, on a used or grey-import Pixel de-Googled with GrapheneOS, is still a used phone. Some listings sell refurbished or imported units as a secure privacy phone, and do not say so. The hidden risks are the ones that matter: unknown hardware history, a short update life, a warranty that is a seller promise, and a battery that will not last the day. Make informed decisions on those facts.
A second-hand phone may have come through a retail return, an insurer, or an unofficial importer. That is not proof of malware. It is proof you do not know. A swapped board, altered firmware, or a tired battery is possible on any used device you did not buy new.
As of late 2026, Pixel 6 and 6 Pro support ends in October 2026. Pixel 6a in July 2027. Pixel 7 and 7 Pro in October 2027. Pixel 8 and newer have up to seven years from launch. An older Pixel is not banned from GrapheneOS while it is still on that list. After the firmware stops, you are on borrowed time.
A two-year manufacturer warranty on new Australian Pixel stock is the path for a screen, a board or a battery fault. Installing GrapheneOS does not void that on a Pixel. Used and grey-import units usually do not have that path. The typical offer is “we warrant it for 12 months”.
Age shows up as a charge that will not last the day, a swollen battery, or a replacement screen with no history. Privacy settings will not fix that.
Grey import is a separate problem. Wrong regional model. A messier parts and warranty path. It can still run GrapheneOS. It is still not new Australian stock.
New stock. A known model. A two-year manufacturer warranty. Years of GrapheneOS support left. Then the configuration. Essential or Pro is how far we set it up, not whether the phone is new. See what phones we sell.
The operating system is only as useful as the hardware it sits on.
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Yes, when the house runs locally. The phone is a remote. We do not configure your hub.
Those apps expect a Google or Amazon account. They are not the default. If you still need one bridge, sandbox it and keep it off the profile you live in. A separate profile is the clean way. How to add the app is in install apps on a Privacy Phone.
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The greenest phone is the one you do not replace.
Current Pixels are built for a long support life. GrapheneOS keeps that window open. A handset you can still update in year six is a handset that does not become e-waste in year three.
The software years are the real saving. A phone you replace every two years costs more, in money and in materials, than a phone you keep. The seven-year window on current Pixels is the ceiling. GrapheneOS follows it. After Google stops the firmware, the useful life ends. Buy the generation with the years still in front of it.
The hardware content is Google’s. Recycled aluminium, recycled rare earths in the magnets, recycled cobalt in the cell, on their published figures for this generation. We do not add a second certificate on top of that.
Packaging from us is plastic-free, from the Pixel box through how we send it.
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We do ship overseas, however we build and support Privacy Phones in Australia first.
If you live outside Australia, contact us before you order. We quote the phone, the insured courier, and the terms. Nothing is dispatched until that quote is agreed and payment has cleared.
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The model is a phone you can run yourself. We do the hours before it ships, so you’re not sitting in a ticket queue.
We are a small team. We do not offer unlimited one-on-one support after purchase. That is how the price stays where it is, and how the hours go into the phone before it ships.
For a longer walkthrough, or an ongoing setup, book a consultation.
For everything else, use this order:
Screen, battery, board. Two-year manufacturer warranty on every Privacy Phone. Use the warranty option on the contact form. Installing GrapheneOS does not void that on a new Australian Pixel.
Our goal is to set you up for success from day one.
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These terms sit on top of your rights under Australian Consumer Law (ACL). Nothing here limits those rights.
Use the contact form and choose Warranty, Returns and Cancellations. Tell us the order number and what failed. Photos help. We verify the order is ours.
If it is a claimed hardware fault, we send a prepaid return label or arrange collection. Send it in the original packaging with proof of purchase. We do not pay you, we pay the courier.
When the phone is back, we inspect it and liaise with the supplier. A confirmed fault is repaired, replaced, or refunded, as the consumer guarantees require. If the phone is not faulty, or the damage is not covered, we return it to you and the return cost is yours.
Manufacturing defects. A battery, a screen or a board that fails in normal use.
These are configured devices. Returns follow Australian Consumer Law (ACL) for faulty or wrongly described goods. We do not accept a return because you changed your mind.
Once payment has cleared and we have started sourcing or configuring, the sale is final. The hours are the product. If that work has not started, use the same contact form. We will tell you whether a refund is still possible.
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Our tool selection process for the Privacy Hub is designed to prioritise privacy, security, and anonymity while remaining practical and usable for everyday Australians.
We draw from our own experience, established privacy resources, communities, and best practices to help build digital resilience in our communities.
All tools featured are free (or have robust free tiers) and actively maintained. We regularly update our recommendations based on new audits, community feedback, and emerging threats.
With the end of support for Windows 10 on 14 October 2025, over 250 million PCs worldwide (including millions in Australia) will no longer receive security updates. This leaves them vulnerable to ransomware, zero-day exploits, and identity theft.
Upgrading to Windows 11 often requires new hardware, as approximately 70% of Windows 10 PCs do not meet the requirements (TPM 2.0, Secure Boot, and compatible CPU). Many users face costs of $1,000+ for a new machine.
Windows 11 also introduces significant new privacy risks, including enhanced telemetry and AI features such as Copilot and Recall (on Copilot+ PCs). Recall captures screenshots of your screen activity every few seconds for AI processing – raising serious concerns about invasive data collection and potential data leaks.
Microsoft Data Collection in Windows (2025)
| Data Category | What It Collects | Privacy Impact |
|---|---|---|
| Diagnostics | Crash reports, device health, app usage | Profiles user habits; sent to Microsoft |
| Typing/Keystrokes | Input patterns (not passwords/content) | Infers behaviour; limited opt-out |
| Mic/Webcam | Accessed only with app permission | Risk of leaks if system is compromised |
| Files/Browsing | Indexed for search; history and settings | Builds user profiles; telemetry-enabled |
| Location/Health | If enabled in apps | Tracks movements and shares via services |
Our solution:
Switch to our affordable, easy-to-use Privacy Laptops powered by Zorin OS Pro – a Linux-based operating system specifically designed for Windows and macOS users.
Zorin OS Pro offers zero telemetry (no tracking), is fully open-source, and provides strong security without invasive AI features or constant screenshot captures. Your personal data stays private by default.
Switching to a Privacy Laptop allows you to exit the constant tracking and data harvesting from Microsoft, Apple, and Google.
We purchase new Dell laptops and professionally configure them with Zorin OS Pro. There are no hidden tracking, forced updates, or heavy antivirus requirements – just faster, more secure computing where you own your data.
Why You’ll Love a Privacy Laptop:
Watch this short overview of the Operating System (OS) we use.
Read More: Ditch Windows Nightmares: Why Linux is Your Ultimate Privacy PC.
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Yes – every Privacy Laptop arrives with Zorin OS Pro fully loaded and a carefully selected bundle of privacy-focused apps pre-installed and optimised for security, usability, and performance.
These apps enhance your privacy, security, and anonymity while providing a familiar and productive experience for users switching from Windows or macOS.
Pre-Installed App Categories
Productivity and Office Suite
Creative and Media Suite
Zorin OS Pro includes a professional-grade creative suite (valued at over $5,000 in equivalent proprietary software), all pre-installed and optimised for your hardware.
Utilities and Connectivity
These handle everyday tasks securely, with Zorin OS Pro’s lightweight design ensuring 5-10s boot times and extended battery life.
Proton Ecosystem
As official partners with Proton, we pre-install their suite of Swiss-encrypted, zero-access, no-logs apps:
Other Bundled Privacy Apps
We vet and pre-install other Bundled Apps for you to build digital resilience with privacy, security, and anonymity. This includes:
Why We Pre-Install These Apps
We carefully vet and configure every app so your laptop arrives ready to use with maximum privacy and minimal setup. This saves you significant time and helps you avoid the common pitfalls of DIY configurations.
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PrivacyPros uses rigorously tested, brand-new Dell laptops sourced from official Australian suppliers. We currently offer two excellent models:
Why These Dell Models?
We chose these specific laptops because they deliver outstanding compatibility, performance, and value for privacy-focused users:
What to Expect from Your Privacy Laptop
Transform Your Laptop into a Desktop Setup
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Our Privacy Laptops are powered by Zorin OS Pro – a secure, user-friendly Linux operating system specifically designed for privacy and ease of use.
If you’re not familiar with technical terms, think of the operating system (OS) as the “brain” of your laptop. It controls everything from opening apps and connecting to the internet to managing your files and security.
Zorin OS Pro is the premium version of Zorin OS (normally ~$80), and we include it at no extra cost to give you the best possible experience.
Why Zorin OS Pro?
Zorin OS is built on Linux, a free and open-source operating system trusted worldwide for its stability and security. Unlike Windows or macOS (which are closed-source, meaning only the company can see and modify the code), Zorin’s code is open for anyone to inspect and audit. This transparency helps quickly identify and fix security issues and ensures there are no hidden backdoors or invasive tracking.
Here’s why Zorin OS Pro stands out – especially if you’re switching from Windows:
New to Linux? No Problem.
Linux is generally more secure than Windows (far fewer viruses target it) and runs smoothly on our hardware. We’ve extensively tested Zorin OS Pro to ensure excellent compatibility with common apps and peripherals.
Switching to a privacy-focused operating system is one of the smartest steps you can take toward reclaiming control of your digital life.
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Yes – but our model focuses on self-reliance and long-term digital resilience rather than unlimited one-on-one support.
Unlike many transaction-focused sellers, we are genuinely invested in your privacy journey. That’s why we provide high-quality resources designed to help you succeed independently.
Every Privacy Laptop comes with a comprehensive Quick Start Guide (QSG) to get you up and running quickly with the basics. This includes curated learning resources, video links, and practical guidance. The QSG is carefully created to give you the basics that you need without creating dependency on constant external help.
Ongoing or Advanced Support
Because we are a small, mission-driven team focused on keeping prices as accessible as possible, we do not offer unlimited one-on-one support after purchase.
For more personalised help with advanced configurations or ongoing privacy strategy, we offer dedicated consultation services.
For everything else, the following resources are the fastest and most effective:
Our Philosophy
We believe the best long-term privacy and computing experience comes from empowering users with excellent tools and clear guidance – rather than ongoing support tickets. Our goal is to set you up for success from day one with a system that is stable, private, and easy to maintain.
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Our policies are designed with transparency and full compliance with Australian Consumer Law (ACL).
Warranty
All Privacy Laptops come with a 12-month Basic Onsite Service warranty.
We only purchase brand-new Dell laptops through official Australian distribution channels.
What the warranty covers:
What the warranty does NOT cover:
How to make a warranty claim:
Contact us via our contact form with the inquiry type ‘Warranty, Returns & Cancellations’. After we verify your order, we will provide return instructions (including original packaging and proof of purchase). Return postage and handling fees are at your expense. We will then liaise with the supplier and advise you of repair, replacement, or other options.
Returns
Because our Privacy Laptops are custom-hardened privacy devices, returns are handled in accordance with Australian Consumer Law for non-standard goods. Remedies focus on faults or defects, not change of mind.
We clearly disclose this policy upfront. We are unable to accept returns for change of mind.
Cancellations
Sales are generally considered final once an order is placed, as we begin sourcing and configuring devices shortly after purchase.
However, we aim to be flexible and ethical:
To request a cancellation, contact us via our contact form with the inquiry type ‘Warranty, Returns & Cancellations’.
