The best privacy cleaners for Windows in 2026
Free up disk space and boost your online privacy! We've tested the best PC cleaners and protection tools for Windows.
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Protecting your privacy online
Protecting your privacy online as well as on your screen relies on several complementary habits. Our guides explain how to protect your screen from prying eyes while travelling, disable location tracking on Windows 11 and erase your browsing traces with Privazer. We also present more technical solutions such as DNS4EU for a DNS that respects your data and AdNauseam for scrambling ad profiling. Find our other privacy guides on the Assistouest blog.
DNS4EU, the European DNS designed for cybersecurity and privacy
DNS4EU is the European public DNS resolver: encrypted and GDPR-compliant. Discover its five filtering profiles and the PowerShell command to enable it in Windows.
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AdNauseam, the extension that clicks on adverts to scramble advertising data
Discover how AdNauseam blocks ads and obfuscates advertising data, and learn how to install it on your browser.
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Remove Planet Search, the extension that hijacks your searches to make money from them
Planet Search routes your searches through third-party services before Yahoo. Learn how to remove it from Chrome and restore your preferred search engine.
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How can you protect your privacy online for free?
Find out how to secure your online data at no cost! Immerse yourself in these practical tips and start surfing with peace of mind.
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This USB-C cable could be spying on you without you realising it
Discover how tampered USB-C cables become powerful espionage tools. Protect your devices and data with our practical tips.
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How can I block spam and telemarketers on Android?
Tired of spam calls and cold callers? Learn how to use the best apps and tips to block and identify unwanted calls on Android.
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Is your computer’s webcam secure?
Don't take any risks. Follow our recommendations for securing your camera, detecting intruders and guaranteeing your online privacy.
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How do you disable the webcam on your Windows PC?
Prevent unintentional activation of your webcam! Follow our practical guide to easily disable the built-in webcam on your Windows laptop.
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How do I disable location services on Windows 11?
Find out how to disable geolocation on Windows to protect your privacy. Follow our guide to block access to your location for the whole system or just for certain applications.
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Tor Browser and the Dark Web: browsing without compromising your anonymity (2026)
How to install and configure Tor Browser on Windows, macOS, Linux and Android, understand its limits, use VPN + Tor correctly and choose tools for stronger anonymity.
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I’ve tried out Privazer, the software that erases your digital footprints
Discover Privazer, the tool that goes way beyond simple cleaning to permanently erase all traces of your private life. I've tested it for you.
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