Question 1

What is a privacy threat model?

Accepted Answer

A threat model is a systematic assessment of which privacy and security threats are most relevant to your specific situation. It considers your online behavior, profession, location, devices, and relationships to identify where you are most vulnerable.

Question 2

Is my data stored when I use this threat profiler?

Accepted Answer

No. All 47 questions are processed entirely in your browser. Zero data is transmitted to any server. Your answers exist only in browser memory and are discarded when you close the page.

Question 3

How accurate is this threat assessment?

Accepted Answer

This tool analyzes 28 distinct threat categories using weighted scoring across 47 questions. It provides a useful starting point but is not a substitute for professional security audit. For high-risk individuals, consult EFF Surveillance Self-Defense and Access Now Digital Security Helpline.