No SIM? No Problem!

Your phone is more than just a communication tool; it’s a powerful tracking device, and the SIM card inside is a key reason why. I don’t actually have a SIM card in any of my phones, and in this video I’ll explain the reasons why. I’ll also talk about alternative ways that you can still have connectivity on the go without a SIM in your phone, and I’ll dive into the downsides of not having a SIM in your phone. 00:00 Your Phone is a Tracking Tool 01:12 What is a SIM 01:44 Location Tracking 02:36 Covert Data Transmission 06:35 Split Tunneling 08:40 Internet-Only Phones 10:52 Mobile Hotpots 11:28 Benefits of Siloing SIM on a Separate Device 14:28 Calyx Hotspots 16:33 Downsides 18:36 Support the Calyx Institute 20:30 Summary Having a SIM card in your phone has a lot of privacy downsides. But not having a SIM in your phone definitely has tradeoffs. You’ll have to assess whether this is something that’s right for your life. Special Thanks to Nick