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Digital self-determination: 5 ways to more control & clarity online
Welcome to my blog - a place for everyone who sees digital self-determination not just as a buzzword, but as an attitude. I'm Leo, and here I share thoughts, experiences and tools that help me to live more consciously in the digital space.
In a world in which data has become a currency and algorithms influence our decisions, I am interested in clarity. The question is: how much control do we really have - and how can we regain it?
1. data protection starts with you
Digital self-determination means consciously deciding what data you share - and with whom. Tools such as VPNs, password managers and tracking blockers are not paranoia, but digital hygiene. For example, I use Bitwarden and uBlock Originto minimize my tracks.
2. AI as a tool, not as a replacement
Artificial intelligence can help you think more clearly - if you use it consciously. I use content AI to reflect my texts, not to replace them. Digital self-determination means using technology without letting it control you.
3. platform choice is power
Whether you're on YouTube, TikTok or Mastodon - every platform has its own rules. Digital self-determination means knowing alternatives. For example, I have my TikTok videos consciously linked to tools that give me control.
4. internal clarity creates external impact
This blog is my thinking space. Not a glossy magazine, but a growing archive of perspectives, tips and critical questions. If you want to think, discuss or simply gather new ideas - then you've come to the right place.
→ Read also: Digital security in everyday life
→ Discover: My collection of tools for self-determination
5. education & reflection as key
Digital self-determination begins in the mind. If you understand how algorithms work, you can protect yourself better. I recommend, for example, the Kuketz Blog and the GPA Austria Guide for a deeper understanding.
Conclusion
Digital self-determination is not a state, but a process. With the right tools, the necessary reflection and the courage to make decisions, you can actively shape your digital life. Stay critical. Stay curious.
- Leo
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