Free-Software

In February, I will disconnect from all Meta applications (WhatsApp, Facebook, Instagram, Threads…). In this article, I explain the alternatives I will use and the difficulties I expect to encounter. Related: Why I’m leaving Meta’s apps Captaingolo.net Which alternatives am I going to use? These are the tools I will use to replace Meta’s services. Alternatives to WhatsApp You can find me on: Telegram: @capitangolo Signal: @capitangolo.65 RCS Telegram Telegram is a user-friendly messaging app that rivals WhatsApp in features. It was born with a strong focus on privacy, though it has run into trouble with authorities and has not always upheld its original principles. ...

During February, I’m going to disconnect from all Meta applications (WhatsApp, Facebook, Instagram, Threads…). In this article, I explain why I’ve made this decision. TL;DR, I’m doing it for survival and for my mental health. Under authoritarian regimes, minorities are the first to be wiped off the map, so for me, this is a matter of survival. Later on, I explain (with sources) why Meta is becoming a key player in the resurgence of fascism. ...