In the past month we've discussed the internet's pension,
both technologically, and culturally, to out you.
But the internet's not doing this because it's bad. It's because all the people who architect the websites and social channels you frequent think they're being helpful. If they learn everything about you before you talk to them, they can better serve your needs.
But we know here at RESCQU NET, that your number one priority as a questioning, closeted, stealth, or under-resourced LGBT+ person is to be safe, secure, anonymous and in control while searching the internet for LGBT+ resources that are vital to you.
So today we've whipped up a handy Infographic that turns our current blog, How to keep your LGBTQ+ identity hidden online, into 5 steps.
Quick Note Though: be sure to check in on the blog because we continually add to it and put a few more tricks up your sleeve (lookin' at you, teens).
both technologically, and culturally, to out you.
But the internet's not doing this because it's bad. It's because all the people who architect the websites and social channels you frequent think they're being helpful. If they learn everything about you before you talk to them, they can better serve your needs.
But we know here at RESCQU NET, that your number one priority as a questioning, closeted, stealth, or under-resourced LGBT+ person is to be safe, secure, anonymous and in control while searching the internet for LGBT+ resources that are vital to you.
So today we've whipped up a handy Infographic that turns our current blog, How to keep your LGBTQ+ identity hidden online, into 5 steps.
Quick Note Though: be sure to check in on the blog because we continually add to it and put a few more tricks up your sleeve (lookin' at you, teens).
1. Create A Separate Email Address
With all of the personal information the internet can view, the safest place for a closeted individual is in their private email inbox, but even that's worrisome.
Create a seperate, secure, non-gmail related email to collect resources.
Create a seperate, secure, non-gmail related email to collect resources.
2. Use Private Browsing Modes
The second you leave your inbox, visit a website, or fill out a form, the internet uses data-tracking systems to record your presence.
To prevent this, find and use your browser's private or "incognito" mode.
To prevent this, find and use your browser's private or "incognito" mode.
3. Remove Yourself From History
Even in private mode, people can peak at your computer's search history if they gain access to it. Remember to always log out, clear files you've downloaded...
...and delete your search history with a program like CCleaner.
...and delete your search history with a program like CCleaner.
4. Find The Right Times AND Places
The old adage, "hide a tree in a forest", applies here. If your spaces are not safe, consider using library computers, cafe Wi-Fi, or public resources, to access ours.
Interact with us when you feel safest, and know you're ready.
Interact with us when you feel safest, and know you're ready.
5. Anonymously Collect Resources
Learn more about the community and safely acquire information, support, & LGBTQ+ resources on the living, blog post below; How to keep your LGBTQ+ identity hidden online.
Author & Illustrator: Samantha V. Logan
Samantha is the Executive Director of RESCQU.NET, an online Community Manager, and full-stack marketer. She launched Trans* Youth Channel in 2013 to record her transition and help other transgender people online transition safely. She saw a need to protect people who weren't out yet, and transitioned the organization to make the site you see today.
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