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Defending Digital Freedom in India since 2010. We promote Open Knowledge, Free Speech, Online Privacy, Innovation & Equality - @IFEX Member - Join our force.

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SFLC.in @sflcin.bsky.social · 04/06/2026
In the second video of our series, ‘Protecting Press Freedom in the Digital Age,’ we break down how internet shutdowns happen & how journalists can prepare. Explore our resources for journalists, developed in collaboration with Reporters Without Borders: resources.rsf.org
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SFLC.in @sflcin.bsky.social · 03/06/2026
We are pleased to announce that we'll be attending DRAPAC'26, taking place from 8-10 June 2026 in Manila, Philippines. Join us for conversations on digital rights, privacy, internet governance, and technology policy with stakeholders from across the Asia-Pacific region. @apc.org @engagemedia.org
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SFLC.in @sflcin.bsky.social · 01/06/2026
#KeepItOn #LetTheNetWork On 30 May 2026, the Haryana government suspended mobile internet, bulk SMS, and dongle services within a 1-km radius of Faridabad's NIT Zone, citing public order concerns during a demolition drive.
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SFLC.in @sflcin.bsky.social · 29/05/2026
Even when the internet shuts down, journalists need to report the story. In the first video of our series with Reporters Without Borders, Amit Kumar, Executive Editor at EastMojo, reflects on what it means to report through internet shutdowns. #censorship #freespeech #pressfreedom #privacy
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SFLC.in @sflcin.bsky.social · 27/05/2026
We’re excited to announce our video series on ‘Protecting Press Freedom in India,’ in collaboration with Reporters Without Borders. 🥁 Each episode in the series shines a light on the realities of reporting in the digital age. 🎙️⚖️ The first video drops NEXT WEEK. Stay tuned!
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SFLC.in @sflcin.bsky.social · 25/05/2026
Woke up to a suspended social media account with zero explanation? Arbitrary account suspensions or content takedowns are direct violations of your freedom of speech. Our team at SFLC.in is here to help you fight back. Report here: rightsline.sflc.in
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SFLC.in @sflcin.bsky.social · 24/05/2026
From bans and cuts to cancelled screenings, these restrictions undermine artistic expression and free speech. SFLC.in’s Free Speech Tracker is documenting instances of film censorship across India. If you have come across a case of film censorship, report it here: freespeech.sflc.in
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SFLC.in @sflcin.bsky.social · 23/05/2026
Defending digital rights requires a united front. ⚖️ SFLC.in is building a network of digital defenders to fight for your digital rights. We need your support to grow this network. Support us by donating here: pages.razorpay.com/donate-to-sf... #digitalrights
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SFLC.in @sflcin.bsky.social · 22/05/2026
We are #Hiring! SFLC.in is looking for a creative and passionate Graphic Designer to join our team! 📅 Application Deadline: May 30, 2026 📧 Send your Resume, Cover Letter, and Work Samples/Portfolio to apply@sflc.in Read the job description below. 👇
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SFLC.in @sflcin.bsky.social · 21/05/2026
SFLC.in's Digital Security Training empowers individuals, organizations, journalists, lawyers, activists, and more with practical tools to navigate digital threats safely. We need your support to keep our work going. You can support us by donating here: pages.razorpay.com/donate-to-sf...
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SFLC.in @sflcin.bsky.social · 21/05/2026
Did you know that religious sensitivities and defamation claims are among the most commonly cited reasons for book bans in India? Check out our Free Speech Tracker to explore which books were banned and why: freespeech.sflc.in/to-read-or-not
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SFLC.in @sflcin.bsky.social · 20/05/2026
#KeepItOn #LetTheNetWork At SFLC.in, we are fighting for your right to stay connected. We monitor shutdowns, document their impact, and challenge these disruptions. Support us by donating here: pages.razorpay.com/donate-to-sf... You can also contribute by reporting shutdowns internetshutdowns.in
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SFLC.in @sflcin.bsky.social · 19/05/2026
Through our Free Speech Tracker, we aim to foster dialogue and awareness surrounding the importance of upholding free speech rights in India and reimagine our laws. We are standing with those whose voices are being silenced. Donate to support us: pages.razorpay.com/donate-to-sf...
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SFLC.in @sflcin.bsky.social · 19/05/2026
Since 2010, SFLC.in has stood in the courtrooms, the policy rooms, and on the frontlines to defend your right to speak, to privacy, and to a free internet. None of it would have been possible without you. Donate here: pages.razorpay.com/donate-to-sf...
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SFLC.in @sflcin.bsky.social · 19/05/2026
The first step to fighting censorship is knowing it exists. For this, SFLC.in's Free Speech Tracker is monitoring and documenting the complex landscape of book bans in India. We need your support to keep tracking and preserving these cases. You can support by reporting here: freespeech.sflc.in
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SFLC.in @sflcin.bsky.social · 19/05/2026
As featured in The Quint, Mishi Choudhary and Kabir Darshan write about the slow death of Digital India’s democratic promise Read the full article here: thequint.com/amp/story/op... #Digitalindia #freespeech #censorship
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SFLC.in @sflcin.bsky.social · 18/05/2026
SFLC.in in the news this week! 🗞️ Mishi Choudhary and Prof. Eben Moglen make the case for why India and the Global South need open-source AI. #FOSS #aigovernance
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SFLC.in @sflcin.bsky.social · 17/05/2026
Read our detailed assessment of the legality of internet shutdown orders in India: ddn.sflc.in/blog/assessi... Report internet shutdowns here: internetshutdowns.in #KeepItOn #internetshutdown #DigitalLifelines #WTISD
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SFLC.in @sflcin.bsky.social · 16/05/2026
SFLC.in is continuously working to document, report, and challenge free speech violations in India. We need your support in documenting content takedowns. Report here: freespeech.sflc.in Help us defend free speech! #freespeech #censorship
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SFLC.in @sflcin.bsky.social · 14/05/2026
SFLC.in has consistently emphasized that transparency must be central to content moderation and that user rights cannot be an afterthought. Know your rights. Report violations at RightsLine, a free 24/7 helpline for digital rights violations. #contentblocking #freespeech
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SFLC.in @sflcin.bsky.social · 13/05/2026
#DDNBlogSeries This blog by SFLC.in’s Digital Defenders Network member explains how Section 36 of the Digital Personal Data Protection Act establishes the central government’s control over individuals’ personal data. Scan the QR code to read more. #privacy
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SFLC.in @sflcin.bsky.social · 11/05/2026
What remedies do users have when platforms wrongly restrict lawful speech? As platforms increasingly depend on opaque automated systems, they must answer critical questions around transparency, accountability, and users’ rights. #ITRules #Contentblocking
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SFLC.in @sflcin.bsky.social · 11/05/2026
Beginning of the End? 🛑 In March 2026, Instagram announced that it would no longer support end-to-end encrypted messaging after May 8, 2026. Read more about these developments here: sflc.in/beginning-of... #encryption #privacy
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SFLC.in @sflcin.bsky.social · 09/04/2026
Join SFLC.in's virtual consultation on April 11, 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM IST, to discuss Draft Amendments to IT Rules, 2021. Scan QR code or click the link to register. Share your insights on the impact of these amendments. 🔗 Link - form.sflc.in/stakeholder-... #StakeholderConsultation #ITRules2026
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SFLC.in @sflcin.bsky.social · 20/01/2026
The Karnataka High Court’s direction to block Proton Mail has raised important legal and policy questions. Read our analysis of the issue here : sflc.in/blocking-proton-mail-in-ind…
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SFLC.in @sflcin.bsky.social · 10/06/2025
📢 SFLC.in is thrilled to unveil our next event: "DPI in Conversation."📢 A week-long event dedicated to understanding Digital Public Infrastructure (DPI) and the advancement of India’s digital governance agenda. Join us on: 🗓️ July 7-11, 2025 🕕 6-7 pm IST 📍 Online Stay Tuned!
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SFLC.in @sflcin.bsky.social · 22/05/2025
🚨 Applications Open: SFLC.in Fellowship Program 2025! 🚨 Are you passionate about technology, law, and public policy? Ready to dive into some of the most pressing issues shaping our digital future? Apply Now: sflc.in/job-opening/... Deadline: June 6, 2025. #JobSearch #HiringNow #ApplyNow
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SFLC.in @sflcin.bsky.social · 19/05/2025
#REGISTER_NOW #AIinConversation Join us for Day 1 of AI in Conversation! We’re kicking off a week-long event with a powerful Keynote Address on: “Detecting and Preventing Bias in AI-Generated Information” Join us on: 📅 May 26, 2025 🕕 6:00 – 7:00 PM IST Register Now: form.sflc.in/ai-in-conver...
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SFLC.in @sflcin.bsky.social · 09/05/2025
SFLC.in invites you to join us for a long week's ‘AI in Conversation’ with experts, journalists, and technologists as they dissect AI’s transformative—and often contentious—role in shaping the tech world around us. Join us on: 📅 May 26- 30, 2025 🕕 6-7 pm IST 📍 Online ▶️ form.sflc.in/ai-in-conver...
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SFLC.in @sflcin.bsky.social · 07/05/2025
आपकी डिजिटल सुरक्षा गाइड 101! ठग विभिन्न युक्तियों का उपयोग कर आधार की जानकारी चुरा वित्तीय धोखाधड़ी, पहचान की चोरी, नकली खाते खोलने या सरकारी लाभ प्राप्त करने के लिए इसका दुरुपयोग करते हैं। याद रखें, आपका आधार, आपकी पहचान है। इसकी सुरक्षा आपकी जिम्मेदारी है। #cybersecuritytips #aadhaarscam #onlinesafety #Security #SafetyFirst #Scams
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SFLC.in @sflcin.bsky.social · 06/05/2025
SFLC.in is looking for a Senior Legal Counsel with 4 years of experience to join our office in Delhi. If you are passionate about digital rights, this job is for you! Apply now: sflc.in/job-opening/... Deadline: May 10, 2025 #hiringnow #jobalert #job
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SFLC.in @sflcin.bsky.social · 02/05/2025
#Blocked #Pahalgam Popular Pakistani Cricketer Shahid Afridi's Youtube Channel (@ShahidAfridiChannel) has been blocked in India by a government order to maintain national security and public order. If you encounter any free speech violations, report them on freespeech.sflc.in. #FreeSpeechTracker
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SFLC.in @sflcin.bsky.social · 25/04/2025
FIGHTING FOR OUR DIGITAL RIGHTS HAS ALWAYS BEEN IMPORTANT, BUT NEVER MORE THAN NOW. SUPPORT @sflcin.bsky.social FOR YOUR DIGITAL RIGHTS. Donate to the cause: sflc.in/donate/
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SFLC.in @sflcin.bsky.social · 24/04/2025
#AbirGulal, an upcoming Bollywood film initially slated for release on 9th May 2025, has been #banned by the Ministry of Information and Broadcasting, according to news reports. The decision follows the tragic #pahalgamattack that occurred on 22nd April 2025. Learn more at freespeech.sflc.in.
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SFLC.in @sflcin.bsky.social · 24/04/2025
But there is a few precautions that can keep you safe from any harm. Learn how to save yourself from the romance scam. Keep the following points in mind while matching with someone on dating platforms. 3/3
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SFLC.in @sflcin.bsky.social · 24/04/2025
They can also manipulate you into sending your personal information. Here are few RED FLAGS of Romance Scam: 2/3
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SFLC.in @sflcin.bsky.social · 24/04/2025
Be Aware of Romance Scams. Scammers create fake online profiles to build romantic relationships with victims, often over weeks or months. Once trust is established, they'll start asking for money for fabricated emergencies, travel, medical bills, or investments. 1/3
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SFLC.in @sflcin.bsky.social · 22/04/2025
It’s time to go beyond the surface. We examined the privacy policies of five popular period tracking apps in India and globally, and what we found raises important questions about data privacy, consent, and bodily autonomy. Read the full analysis here: sflc.in/menstruapps-... 2/2 #privacymatters
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SFLC.in @sflcin.bsky.social · 22/04/2025
You download a period tracking app to stay on top of your menstrual cycle. In return, the app collects a trove of intimate health data. But how much of this data is actually necessary to predict your period? And how much is part of a broader system of health surveillance? 1/2 #dataprotection
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SFLC.in @sflcin.bsky.social · 22/04/2025
@sflcin.bsky.social's comments on the increased cyber fraud cases in Maharashtra appeared in Punyanagari. SFLC.in suggested educating citizens about cybersecurity practices, and for law enforcement to ensure that complaints are addressed promptly and effectively.
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SFLC.in @sflcin.bsky.social · 21/04/2025
It’s time to take a stand against Online Gender-Based Violence! SFLC.in’s OGBV Guide is your go-to resource to learn about online gender-based violence, rights, and how to seek help. Available in 5 languages. Get your copy today: sflc.in/online-gender-based-violenc…
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SFLC.in @sflcin.bsky.social · 19/04/2025
आपकी डिजिटल सुरक्षा गाइड 101! आज बात करेंगे ऑनलाइन दुनिया में होने वाले डेटा ब्रीच (डेटा उल्लंघन) की। यह क्या है: क्रैकर (साइबर अपराधी) ईमेल, पासवर्ड और क्रेडिट कार्ड विवरण जैसे उपयोगकर्ता डेटा को चुराने के लिए वेबसाइटों या सेवाओं में घुसपैठ करते हैं। #databreach #dataleak #dataprotection
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SFLC.in @sflcin.bsky.social · 17/04/2025
आपकी डिजिटल सुरक्षा गाइड 101! आज बात करेंगे ऑनलाइन दुनिया में आधार-आधारित ठगी की। ठग विभिन्न युक्तियों का उपयोग कर आधार की जानकारी चुरा वित्तीय धोखाधड़ी, पहचान की चोरी, नकली खाते खोलने या सरकारी लाभ प्राप्त करने के लिए इसका दुरुपयोग करते हैं। अधिक जानकारी के लिए संपर्क करें: mail@sflc.in #DataProtection #SafetyFirst #Scams #FinancialSecurity #cybersecuritytips
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SFLC.in @sflcin.bsky.social · 01/04/2025
Pack your stuff and advocate for digital rights with our SFLC.in bags. They're durable, eco-friendly, and a great conversation starter! Show your support and help us continue our work defending online freedoms. Visit our store now: store.sflc.in #DigitalRights #donateforcause
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SFLC.in @sflcin.bsky.social · 31/03/2025
Team SFLC.in wishes everyone a Happy Eid! #EidMubarak
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SFLC.in @sflcin.bsky.social · 26/03/2025
OGBV disproportionately affects women, #LGBTQ+ individuals, and marginalized communities. @sflcin.bsky.social’s OGBV Guide breaks down the complexities of #OGBV and offers practical solutions. Get your free copy here: sflc.in/online-gende... Available in Hindi, English, Malayalam and Marathi.
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SFLC.in @sflcin.bsky.social · 14/03/2025
Team @sflcin.bsky.social wishes everyone a Happy Holi! #happyholi2025 #Holi2025 #HoliCelebration
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SFLC.in @sflcin.bsky.social · 10/03/2025
#APAARid If you are worried about your child's data privacy, write to us, and @sflcin.bsky.social in will address your concerns. Share your query to mail@sflc.in. Read more about the #APAAR: sflc.in/apaar-id-one... #PrivacyFirst #datasecurity #India #profiling
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SFLC.in @sflcin.bsky.social · 08/03/2025
This #InternationalWomensDay, it's time to check your privacy settings of your #menstruapps and take action. SFLC.in has analysed the privacy policies of popular menstruapps in India and globally. Read the analysis and tap into your privacy settings: lnkd.in/dMkeirex #AccelerateAction
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SFLC.in @sflcin.bsky.social · 08/03/2025
SFLC.in is Celebrating #InternationalWomensDay2025: Accelerating Action for Gender Equality in the Digital Age. Let’s ensure every woman has equal access to technology, digital literacy, and the opportunity to shape the digital future. #IWD2025 #InternationalWomensDay #AccelerateAction
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