Privacy Tips

Last Updated: February 24, 2026

Our Stance on Privacy

Game Foundry does not use any analytics, tracking cookies, or third-party trackers on this website. We believe your visit should be private by default — no exceptions. The only data we store is information you voluntarily give us (like your email address when subscribing to our newsletter).

Below are some general tips to help you stay private and safe across the wider internet.

1. Use a Privacy-Focused Browser

Your browser is the front door to everything you do online. Consider switching to a browser that prioritises privacy out of the box:

  • Firefox — open-source, highly configurable, with built-in Enhanced Tracking Protection
  • Brave — blocks ads and trackers by default
  • Tor Browser — routes your traffic through multiple relays for maximum anonymity (slower, but very private)

2. Install a Content Blocker

Even on a good browser, a dedicated content blocker adds another layer of protection:

  • uBlock Origin — lightweight, open-source, and blocks ads, trackers, and malicious domains
  • Privacy Badger — made by the Electronic Frontier Foundation, automatically learns to block invisible trackers

3. Use Strong, Unique Passwords

Reusing passwords is one of the most common ways accounts get compromised. A password manager makes it effortless to use a different, strong password for every site:

  • Bitwarden — free, open-source, and works across all platforms
  • KeePassXC — offline password manager, great if you prefer to keep everything local

Use passwords that are long (16+ characters) and random. Let the password manager do the remembering.

4. Enable Two-Factor Authentication (2FA)

Even the strongest password can be stolen. Two-factor authentication adds a second step — usually a code from your phone — that makes it vastly harder for someone to break in. Enable 2FA on every account that supports it, especially email, banking, and social media.

5. Be Careful with Email

Email is one of the most common attack vectors. Keep these habits:

  • Don't click links in unexpected emails — go directly to the website instead
  • Check the sender address carefully; phishing emails often use lookalike domains
  • Consider using email aliases or a service like SimpleLogin to keep your real address private

6. Use a VPN on Public Wi-Fi

Public Wi-Fi networks (cafes, airports, hotels) are easy to intercept. A VPN encrypts your connection so that even on an untrusted network, your traffic stays private. Look for VPN providers that have a strict no-logs policy and have been independently audited.

7. Review App Permissions

Mobile apps frequently request access to your camera, microphone, contacts, and location — often without a good reason. Regularly review and revoke permissions you don't actively need. Both iOS and Android have built-in privacy dashboards that make this straightforward.

8. Keep Your Software Updated

Security patches fix vulnerabilities that attackers actively exploit. Keep your operating system, browser, and apps up to date. Enable automatic updates wherever possible — it's the single easiest thing you can do to stay secure.

9. Think Before You Share

Every piece of information you share online — your location, birthday, workplace, daily routine — can be combined into a detailed profile. Before posting, ask yourself: does this need to be public? Many social platforms let you restrict who can see your posts and personal details.

10. Learn More

Privacy is a journey, not a destination. Here are some excellent resources to keep learning: