Another #dataprivacy #Valentine from #garwuprivacy. This time You're the Key to the Encryption of my Heart!

Want to make sure you're secure online? Use Https websites & secured apps, especially when you're shopping, banking, or messaging. Not sure? Look for the 🔒.

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Picture of Iggy Peck, Architect Book, by Andrea Beaty, illustrated by David Roberts. The image in the background is of architectural designs with a skyline. The text says "For the LEGO lover in all of us"

We're rising to new heights 🏗️ with Iggy Peck, Architect, by Andrea Beaty,🎨 Illus. by David Roberts. Really you can't go wrong with ANY of the books in this series. They're ALL fantastic. 🪄 It's perfect #kidlit 💙📚 that's also enjoyable for adults. (age 5 & up) #garwuprivacy 👩‍🔬🍎 📚👍🏼

Another #Valentine from #garwuprivacy.

Make sure you're keeping your antivirus up to date with the latest virus definitions, scan your computer frequently, practice safe online habits, be cautious with downloads, & ensure your iOS & other apps are updated.
Stay secure online this #ValentinesDay!

For today's #ValentinesDay by #garwuprivacy we bring you a #poetry:

Roses are Red 🌹
Violets are Blue 🪻
I've set my passwords 🔏
Now only you can view 👀

Ok, NO ONE ELSE should know your password, but it's still very sweet. Set strong passwords. Don't share. Happy Valentines!
🍎 📚💙 #kidlit

Red background. There's a white square in the middle pasted up with pink tape. There's a pink thin lined border of the square and pink lines. There are pink and red hearts all over - some as balloons and some as a banner. Some are coming out of a pink envelope on the bottom right that has "PrivacyxGarWu" written on it. On the square is written: "Happy Valentines Day. This Valentine's Day, I hope you'll be my encrypted message, so only i can decode your heart."

Everyday day leading up to Valentine's Day, #garwuprivacy is going to be sending out some #dataprivacy love. For today's valentine, our topic is #Encryption 🍎 📚💙:

This #ValentinesDay, I hope you'll be my encrypted message, so only I can decode your heart!

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White background. At the top in green text it says "susss out" and the bottom "social engineers" and then in tiny black type "Privacy By GarWy x Adriane Tsai". The image is of a gold snake with green circles with gold. Scattered all around the snake are images of emails, desktops with 4 astrisks in red, a red "click link", a telephone with sound, a red wifi signal, a phone with a red dollar sogn, an open laptop with green https://.

Every year, Jan. 28th is #DataPrivacyDay an annual celebration of all things #dataprivacy & #dataprotection. This year as we celebrate #LNY & the Year of the 🐍, #garwuprivacy has partnered with the incomparable @theartofadriane.bsky.social to create something extra sssspecial.
🧵#kidlit #kidlitart

This week's #kidlitsundayscaries is inspired by recent events. The theme of #Erase was a perfect companion to our #PrivacyResolution this week and the idea of deleting data. Erasing your data may be more important than ever!

#Garwuprivacy #kidlit #horror #writingprompt #author #writingcommunity 🍎

Can't WAIT to share our #kidLitSundayScaries for this week. It's SO GOOD!

So many #kidlit #horrorsky opportunities with this #writingprompt, but erasure is such a huge & important part of #dataprivacy. Check out #garwuprivacy for more details on that.

Will any other #writers join us this week?

Nailed it!!!! 💅🧑‍🍳

Baking fun with the kiddos. Homemade Marshmallow Zero Dogs from our “Nightmare Before Christmas Official Cookbook”.

We have skills!

#bakingsky #nightmarebeforechristmas #garwuprivacy

For the final installment of our #privacyresolution series, let's talk about a topic on a lot of folks' minds right now - Decluttering Data. 🍎👩‍🔬

You have the right to request that companies DELETE your DATA.
#garwuprivacy #kidlit #privacyrights #knowyourrights #dataprivacy #ninasimone #declutter

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We are LOVING The Little Cyber Engineer by Amber DeVilbiss (2022) 💻 . A little long/dense, but PACKED w/ great info & ADORABLE illustrations (look at the cover). You'll learn about hackers, data, & other tech basics. It's really great for 👩‍🔬🍎 (ages 7-14). #garwuprivacy #kidlit #PB📚👍🏼 💙📚

Bundt cake shaped banana bread. On the left is a red year of the snake towel. On the right is a Valentine’s pot holder. In the back is a black cauldron shaped cookie jar with the Hogwarts houses crest on it.

Just whipped up some chocolate chip pecan banana bread.

#dataPrivacy may be our first love, and #kidlit our new passion, but we do ROCK some #desserts & #bakedgoods as well (and wine…We really love wine 🍷 and broadway and ballet and a lot of other stuff) #bakingsky #garwuprivacy #yearofthesnake

Having a weak password may be #theendoftheworld. When changing platforms it’s a great time to confirm your password is 💪. Add some numbers or characters, or turn it into a phrase. Make smart changes to strengthen your password today!

#horrorsky #writingcommunity #writingprompt #garwuprivacy #kidlit

We really LOVE our #KidLitSundayScaries this week!

Won't you #BREATHE with us (while you can)?

#Kidlit #writingcommunity #garwuprivacy #horrorsky 💙📚🍎👩‍🔬

We're new to #bluepit, & pitching, but can share some general advice.

To build your community you have to be part of your community.

Don't forget to support other posts and pitches.
Actively support others in likes & comments.

Good luck!

#bluepithype #writingcommunity #kidlit #garwuprivacy

Ok I'm back (Warren). That's embarrassing. Clearly, Lauren & I have something in common since she wrest control from me. Alea seems pretty cool - super smart. They may be a bit too goody, goody (they are attorneys), but we'd ultimately get along just fine. #bluepit #bluepithype #garwuprivacy #kidlit

Warren here (again)! I've decided not to cede control of this account for a bit. I am a hacker after all.

My computer is my most important object. It's my idea book and contains all my business plans. And, of course, has the best possible security!

#bluepit #bluepithype #PB #kidlit #garwuprivacy

Warren Wolf here. The adage of "my weakness = my strength" is all me. I am entrepreneurial & innovative. I like to try new things. I love creating & running new businesses. But I'm pretty friendly w/ gray areas. That may be how the "big bad wolf" thing started. #BluePitHype #kidlit #PB #garwuprivacy

Excited to share our #moodboard for Art Share day for Day 2 of #BluePitHype.

Welcome to Alaurea! 🧚‍♀️Where classic fairy tales and folktales are modernized with a privacy/security twist and message. 🔐 The below map hints at some initial stories. 🤫

We can't wait for #BluePit! #kidlit #garwuprivacy

Book rec Shark Lady The Trust Story of How Eugenie Clark Became the Ocean's Most Fearless Scientist Written by Jess Keating; Illustrations by Marta Alvarez Miguens For girls (or boys) who love sharks...or books about sharks. Privacy x GarWu Picture of sharks swimming under water surrounding an image of the book

Love #Sharks? We do! Love 👩‍🔬 & STEM? Yep! Want to learn about both in one amazing #kidlit non-fiction book? Then we recommend "Shark Lady" by @jesskeatingbooks.bsky.social & Illus. by Marta Álvarez Miguéns. It's a favorite in our house🦈! 💙📚 #garwuprivacy Perfect for kids 3-10(& adults)📚👍🏼

You can also check the app store listing. 💻App developers are now required to disclose 📣 what data they collect/use through the "Data Safety" or "App Privacy" section, depending on your device (Android or iOS). 🍎

Follow us and check back for more tips. #garwuprivacy #dataprivacy

A quick way to check what data apps are collecting/using on your phone or tablet is to ➡️ device settings, ➡️ to the privacy & security section, and review 🔍 the permissions (like 📍, 🫂 (contacts), 📸, 🎤, etc.). Ask does the app really need full access? 🍎 #dataprivacy Follow us for more! #garwuprivacy

We are LOVING #storystorm2025 so far! The #kidlit ideas are flowing. We're #writing and re-writing. It's been great. How are things going for you? For others? #picturebooks #garwuprivacy

Contemporary retellings of classic fairy tales with privacy and security lessons #kidlit #garwuprivacy #amquerying #picturebook

You can even rhyme it! 🔐 "If you collect it, protect it." 👩‍💻 #garwuprivacy

Wanted to 📣Shout Out📣 to @stopspyingny.bsky.social, which is cited in the article! S.T.O.P. does incredible work in the anti-surveillance space and we highly recommend following them (though, admittedly Lauren is a Board Member and biased)! #stopsantaspying #stopsurveillance #garwuprivacy

(3 of 3) Why is this important? It's helps you know what data companies are using and why. It helps you know whether the data in question are accurate. It also helps equip you to make decisions about your data, including to opt out of data use in certain cases. #garwuprivacy 🍎👩‍🔬 (reposting video)

(2 of 3) You can view many companies' online privacy policies to know where and how to make your requests to Assert your RIGHT TO KNOW or RIGHT TO ACCESS . You may need to take steps to validate your identity (like provide log-in to your account or provide other proof). #garwuprivacy #knowyourrights

As part of our #PrivacyResolutions series, let's talk about Understanding Our Data. Many of us spend Jan. building healthier eating habits. Knowing where your data GOES is core to building better #privacy habits. One way to do that is by asserting your RIGHT TO KNOW or ACCESS. (1 of 3) #garwuprivacy

It was really fun! 😆 Plus, it was a great exercise in editing (like, truly a challenge). ✍️Thanks for creating such a fun opportunity. We look forward to next week. 💻 #PB #kidlit #Kidlitsundayscaries #garwuprivacy #writingcommunity