Don’t let the major companies control every bit of tech you touch. Tweak a few settings, or opt out of their options entirely. Either way, you win. https://www.eff.org/pages/welcome-opt-out-october-lets-take-control-our-data-and-our-devices

Have you lost an account, or been wrongly blocked by an age check? Are you a parent who had trouble giving consent? Tell EFF how new social media restrictions are affecting you by emailing us at agegates@eff.org. https://www.eff.org/deeplinks/2026/10/two-states-can-now-restrict-social-media-access-heres-what-do-next

The Canadian Senate has a chance to stop the dangerous surveillance powers inherent in Bill C-22. https://www.eff.org/deeplinks/2026/10/canadians-are-running-out-time-oppose-dangerous-c-22-surveillance-bill

Policymakers wishing to uproot unfair platforms of control must do so with care, but security concerns must not act as a lever for companies to indefinitely delay compliance. https://www.eff.org/deeplinks/2026/10/interoperability-vs-security-why-not-both

The Vulnerability Apocalypse is here, and computer security is about to get a whole lot worse. Here's what you can do. https://www.eff.org/deeplinks/2026/10/computer-security-about-get-lot-worse-heres-what-you-can-do

Public pushback against police ALPRs is growing across the US, and state lawmakers are taking notice. Check out EFF’s latest blog post outlining a framework for state legislators to rein in warrantless ALPR surveillance and protect civil liberties. https://www.eff.org/deeplinks/2026/10/effs-state-legislative-agenda-end-alpr-mass-surveillance

An appeals court has allowed Florida and Georgia to start enforcing online age gates. Some young people will lose accounts, and everyone faces new privacy risks. Here’s what to know, and what to do next. https://www.eff.org/deeplinks/2026/10/two-states-can-now-restrict-social-media-access-heres-what-do-next

Many platforms use your data to train AI. Here’s how to opt out. https://www.eff.org/pages/i-want-opt-out-ai-tools-or-training-made-big-tech

You still have time to learn to make a creepy costume with wearable electronics⚡by buying a DIY Halloween Humble Bundle. You'll also support EFF with some of the proceeds! https://www.humblebundle.com/books/diy-electronics-gadgets-games-and-more-make-books

“This mass surveillance technology has crept up on us in some ways, [but] the public outcry is here now, and it’s very loud – and very hard for lawmakers and police to ignore," EFF’s Saira Hussain told The Center Square. https://www.thecentersquare.com/california/article_dca8d6f6-5874-45ed-8ba0-a34e86170fe3.html

Canada’s dangerous C-22 surveillance bill is now before the Senate. It will force tech companies to build surveillance into their products, threatening everyone’s security and privacy. There’s still time to speak out. https://www.eff.org/deeplinks/2026/10/canadians-are-running-out-time-oppose-dangerous-c-22-surveillance-bill

“Although it’s too early to tell exactly what the impact this fine will have, it’s true that large penalties can change business conduct and can change industry conduct,” EFF’s Mario Trujillo told @BloombergLaw. “And that’s a good thing.” https://news.bloombergtax.com/in-house-counsel/meta-verdict-warns-of-increased-risks-from-unexpected-places

More than 4 million people already use EFF’s free tracker-blocking extension to stop companies from spying on them online. Safari users can now install Privacy Badger and join them in the fight against online tracking. https://www.eff.org/deeplinks/2026/10/announcing-privacy-badger-safari-macos

If you're going to BSidesPDX, be sure to stop by the EFF table where you can catch up on our work, renew your membership, and check out digital rights merch including stickers, liquid-core dice, and more. https://www.eff.org/event/eff-bsidespdx-0

“Every few years, they make these amazing claims about the technology,” EFF’s @maassive told @newyorktimes for a story based on EFF’s border surveillance technology data. “And then an oversight body looks at it and finds it’s a big, wasteful program that is not delivering results.” https://www.nytimes.com/interactive/2026/10/22/us/politics/ai-surveillance-cameras-border-mexico.html

EFF has released a State Legislative Agenda to end ALPR mass surveillance. The ideal solution? Ban ALPRs entirely. They are fundamentally incompatible with a free society and cannot be fixed. https://www.eff.org/deeplinks/2026/10/effs-state-legislative-agenda-end-alpr-mass-surveillance

EFF's Chao Jun Liu sits down with @ILSR’s Chris Mitchell to discuss how a federal funding provision threatens California's affordability rules, net neutrality law, and public safety protections on internet access. We urge Gov. Newsom to stand up for Californians’ rights before accepting the funds. https://ilsr.org/article/community-broadband-networks/condition-50-threatening-california-internet-protections-episode-30-of-unbuffered/

Age-gating the internet isn’t the answer. Many of the best ways to protect the privacy of young people are identical to the steps adults should take, but it ultimately starts with a security plan. https://www.eff.org/deeplinks/2026/10/introducing-our-new-surveillance-self-defense-guide-online-privacy-parents-and

Just because surveillance is widespread doesn't mean we have to accept it. Our new license plate frame and sticker bundle won't prevent your car from being tracked, but it can help bring attention to an issue that affects everyone on the road. https://shopeff.org/products/surveillance-pack

“Since the case was filed, many DOGE agents have left the government and OPM has rescinded their database access,” EFF’s Mario Trujillo told FedScoop. “However, OPM should still clean up the cybersecurity mess it created.” https://fedscoop.com/opm-illegally-shared-millions-employee-records-doge-judge/