Victoria McIntosh
Certified Information Privacy Technologist
Victoria McIntosh is an Information and Privacy professional residing in Halifax, Nova Scotia. She holds a Masters in Library and Information Science, and is certified by the International Association of Privacy Professionals as an Information Privacy Technologist. Regularly contributing to the technology community through blogging and providing conference talks, she feels privacy is an important freedom in the digital world, and works best with a fresh cup of coffee in her hands.
Articles by Victoria
Hosting a public event in the coming months? If you’re responsible for a networking mix or a big-name concert coming to town, pay attention. Here's the low-down on what to expect and how to handle privacy at events.
By Victoria McIntosh
in Information Security
on April 15, 2022
Commercial DNA testing kits are becoming increasingly popular, but what are the privacy risks involved? We explore who can access your DNA information and the potential unexpected consequences of DNA testing.
By Victoria McIntosh
in Information Security
on December 14, 2023
Many organizations argue they protect privacy through the use of aggregate, de-identified or anonymous data, but how many users understand these terms? We explain how these different techniques work and whether or not your privacy is actually protected.
By Victoria McIntosh
in Information Security
on September 25, 2023
Want to share holiday pictures with friends online, but keep them private from strangers? From cloud drives to social network options, messenger apps and new platforms, here's how to privately share photos online.
By Victoria McIntosh
in VPN & Privacy
on September 8, 2023
Introducing geofencing: a technology with serious potential in a number of industries, but big privacy problems if handled incorrectly.
By Victoria McIntosh
in VPN & Privacy
on November 7, 2025
In 1998 identity theft became a federal crime within the United States, thanks to the Identity Theft
By Victoria McIntosh
in Identity Theft Protection
on November 5, 2024
Want to remove all of your details online? This guide will show you how to delete yourself from the internet and protect all aspects of your online privacy.
By Victoria McIntosh
in VPN & Privacy
on January 9, 2026
It's important to protect your privacy when using social media. This guide tells you what Instagram’s privacy options are and how best to use them.
By Victoria McIntosh
in VPN & Privacy
on July 23, 2025