Todoist – Task manager

Todoist is the app I recommend most often to friends when I see they have lots of plates spinning. This cross-platform task management app helps individuals and teams organize their to-do lists, set priorities, and track progress. It includes advanced scheduling options, customizable projects, and collaborative features. Basically, it helps you set several plates down so you just pick up the one when it reminds you to.

This may sound strange since there are tons of to-do list apps, but I simply can’t live without Todoist. I have recurring tasks for personal categories like health, groceries, auto, and finance, work categories related to specific projects, and church categories for digital communications and church finances.

You can use Todoist for free and likely get what you want out of it. I liked it so much from the start that I became a paid user immediately. Paid users get more projects and collaborators, larger uploads, etc.  Read more about getting the most out of Todoist in this post.

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Brave – Web browser

The Brave Browser is my web browser of choice. It is a free and open-source web browser that prioritizes privacy and security. It is designed to block online trackers, intrusive ads, and other types of online tracking methods that compromise user privacy. Brave Browser also offers additional privacy features, such as a built-in ad blocker and script blocker that can protect users from malware and tracking scripts.

In addition to its focus on privacy, Brave Browser also offers a faster browsing experience. Its design reduces page loading times and offers a streamlined user interface that is intuitive and easy to use.

Overall, Brave Browser offers users a more private and secure online experience, without compromising on speed or ease of use. For those who are concerned about online privacy and security, Brave Browser is a great choice.

DuckDuckGo – Search engine

One aspect of the Brave Browser that I haven’t loved is the built-in search. As you can see above, I have the DuckDuckGo extension installed in Brave and DuckDuckGo.com set as my home page.

DuckDuckGo is a privacy-focused search engine that does not track your online activity or collect your personal information. This means that you can use DuckDuckGo to search the web without having to worry about being tracked by advertisers or having your search history sold to third parties.

In addition to its privacy features, DuckDuckGo also offers a number of useful search tools, such as instant answers and search shortcuts that can save you time and improve the accuracy of your search results.

Using DuckDuckGo as your search engine can help you protect your online privacy and reduce your digital footprint. If you’re someone who is concerned about privacy and wants to take control of your online data, DuckDuckGo is a great choice.

Bitwarden – Password manager

If you do not already use a password manager, do yourself a favor and create an account with bitwarden.com. All the features you need are available for free, and if you need more advanced features it only costs $10/year.

Bitwarden is a free and open-source password management tool that offers a secure and easy way to manage your login credentials. It allows you to store your passwords, credit card information, and other sensitive data in an encrypted vault that can be accessed with a single master password. Bitwarden also offers a browser extension and mobile app that can automatically fill in your login credentials, saving you time and reducing the risk of password reuse.

Bitwarden has a useful free tool called Bitwarden Send which is recommended if you need to share sensitive information with someone else like a password.

Authy – Two-factor authentication

I started using Authy this month. Right after I published this post about two-factor authentication, my friend Keith recommended an alternative app for 2FA called Authy which can sync codes between devices. He also recommended authy.com/guides, a resource to walk you through setting up 2FA on many popular sites.

Authy is a free two-factor authentication app that provides an extra layer of security for your online accounts. It allows you to generate time-based one-time passwords (TOTP) or receive push notifications that can be used to verify your identity when logging into an account. Authy also offers multi-device synchronization and encrypted backups, so you can easily access your codes from different devices and recover your account information in case of device loss or damage. Overall, Authy is a convenient and secure way to add an extra layer of protection to your online accounts and prevent unauthorized access.

Thanks for the recommendation, Keith!

 

What are your favorites?

If you have any apps you love to use daily, I would love to hear about them! Share your favorites in the comments below and let me know how they help you stay organized and productive.