Tin foil hats might not protect you from the government’s mind reading lasers, but the concept of metal shielding that protects against some frequencies is rooted in science. Considering the current climate of constant surveillance, having the ability to block some signals is a necessary adaptation for those who value privacy; One solution to the problem of our rapidly diminishing anonymity is Faraday fashion.
Invented in the 1930’s by Michael Faraday, the Faraday cage blocks electromagnetic radiation and signals, including WiFi, bluetooth, RFID (Radio Frequency Identification), and GPS (Global Positioning System) signals. For those concerned about constant tracking and surveillance, Faraday fashion is one solution to cutting the 24/7 technological tether. Currently, there are various options on the market including purses, bags, wallets, and apparel.
Let’s take a closer look at why Faraday fashion is necessary, and check out the best products on the market.
Why Use a Faraday Bag?
Faraday technology is a necessity in the modern era, whether it’s to protect yourself against constant surveillance or everyday scammers.
Smart phones, GPS systems, and virtually every device you use tracks you. Phones are one of the worst spyware culprits, as we typically carry them everywhere we go, download dozens of unvetted apps, and store an immense amount of personal information in them, including bank credentials, retail purchases, crypto wallets, personal texts, memos, emails, et cetera. Our phones contain our lives.
Beyond the personal data held in our phones- making them prime targets for hackers- our cell phones also constantly track our movement and location. To those who easily brush off such implications of 24/7 surveillance by corporations and governments, saying, “If you’re not doing anything wrong, you have nothing to hide”, let the words of Joseph Stalin’s right hand man and secret police chief, Lavrentiy Beria, marinate: “Show me the man and I’ll show you the crime”.
As history shows, over time, the pendulum swings to both sides of the political boat; When leadership shifts, the social structure has the potential to change, and laws are redirected to fit the new zeitgeist. It’s often the case that once law abiding citizens find themselves on the wrong side of the new paradigm. And because of this truth, protecting one’s privacy is essential to maintaining personal freedom regardless of which way the political winds blow.
Not only is the surveillance state’s reach increasing day by day, but run-of-the-mill scammers are also on the prowl for your private data. And they don’t need much to access it.
RFID skimming is an easy way for scammers to obtain private information like credit card numbers, expiration dates, CVC codes, as well as info stored in tablets or other similar devices. By using near-field communication-enabled devices, scammers can steal all of this pertinent data, empty bank accounts, and otherwise hijack your financial and personal life.
This is why Faraday fashion is vital.
Since the internet came online in 1991, the technology which has grown around it is astounding. Everyone with a smart phone in their pocket is walking around with a computer system more advanced than what scientists had inside the Apollo spacecraft. Unfortunately, we’ve ceded personal responsibility of our private data in exchange for convenience, and some pocket-sized bells and whistles.
Now it’s time to take back control of our personal information. And we can start with Faraday fashion.
Faraday Sleeve for Phones
Silent Pocket’s (SLNT) phone pouches are multi-layered, waterproof, signal-blocking protection for your smart phone. With a style that is inconspicuous and classy, Silent Pocket is the perfect accessory for not drawing too much attention to your use of a Faraday pouch.
This phone pouch comes in two sizes: Small (15.5 x 9 cm) and Medium (19 x 11.5 cm), and boasts the ability to fit Samsung Galaxy phones, iPhones, and most other smart phones. Though, if you use a phone cover, make sure to take this into account when checking your phone’s measurements.
RFID, WiFi, Bluetooth, EMP, GPS, and radio signals are all blocked by this pouch- Allowing you to move and live freely without the constant eye of surveillance tracking you.
Although this pouch is highly effective in blocking most signals, know that no Faraday pouch cannot block X-Rays, nor can it protect you against phones and apps that record audio.
Anti-Surveillance Coat: Project KOVR
One of the more futuristic takes on Faraday fashion is KOVR Project’s handmade apparel. Located in the Netherlands, KOVR creates a small number of anti-surveillance coats, as well as backpacks, for those wanting to maintain their privacy.
As they are a small group, who make limited batches of their products, each item is made to order. If you’re interested in privacy, while looking like a character from Blade Runner, KOVR can be contacted here.
Faraday Backpack
SLNT’s convenient, light-weight Faraday backpack protects your devices while you’re on the go, at school, and at work. This 20 liter (17.7 x 11.8 x 6.3 in, 45 x 30 x 16 cm) bag is water-proof, and easily fits most laptops, tablets, and other every day devices.
The front pouch with zipper is a great place to store small accessories, but the main pouch- which folds over to block incoming/outgoing signals- is the area in which you’ll keep any devices you want to render untraceable. Like all of Silent Pocket’s products, this backpack contains multiple layers of Faraday shielding fabric, which blocks RFID, WiFi, Bluetooth, EMP, GPS, and radio signals, ensuring your privacy.
Multishield Faraday Fabric: DIY Projects
For those with sartorial skills, sewing Faraday fabrics in jackets, pants, or other clothing items is another solution to constant tracking. This metallic fabric is suitable for sewing into pockets, creating wallets, or bags- just make sure to do your due diligence to understand how to use this material effectively. There are plenty of people online claiming to demonstrate how to make signal-blocking accessories, but often leave unprotected areas vulnerable.
The best and most efficacious Faraday blockers contain multiple layers of metallic fabric, which fold closed with the aid of magnets. While many DIYers use aluminum foil as their signal-blocking material, this is not recommended if you want your item to last for any real length of time; Aluminum is a flimsy material, which will rip and wear thin soon after using. For a reliable way to maintain your privacy, make sure to use higher quality products like a Faraday fabric for your DIY projects.
Wrap Up
From scammers stealing your personal data to the surveillance state tracking your every move, Faraday fashion is an easy solution to regaining your privacy.
Current options on the market include pouches, backpacks, wallets, attire, and metallic fabric that can be used for DIY projects. High quality Faraday products will block RFID, WiFi, Bluetooth, EMP, GPS, and radio signals, giving you the freedom to live and move without 24/7 monitoring of bad actors, corrupt government agencies, or hackers.
Your privacy matters, make sure to protect it.
Citizen Xero does NOT use Google Analytics to track readers or earn money from Google advertisers. If you find these articles helpful, please consider donating to our Cointree to help keep this site running. We gratefully accept Bitcoin and PirateChain.
Recent Posts
Humanity is entering a strange new paradigm; one in which all the rules of the game have been upended. Bubbling to the surface of our zeitgeist are earnest discussions of society’s current...
Millions of people are buying Bitcoin and leaving the dollar behind in the dust bin of monetary history. From unending money printing, to the inflation to which it inevitably leads, to governments...