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How to ensure safety when operating X site domestically? Domestic X site owner safety reference plan

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The article provides security advice for website owners operating in China, particularly those involved with adult content. The author, who has been living abroad for years, shares insights based on feedback from new site owners. Key recommendations include: 1. **Hardware Separation**: Use dedicated devices for work, avoiding any domestic phones due to potential surveillance. Recommended devices include Google Pixel and international versions of Samsung, LG, and Sony. Avoid Apple devices unless constantly using a VPN. 2. **Computer Setup**: Use a USB drive with a Windows system for work, ensuring a VPN connection is established. 3. **SIM Cards**: Use Hong Kong or Macau SIM cards for bypassing internet restrictions. Virtual numbers from the UK or US can be useful for registering on various platforms. 4. **Jump Servers**: For secure operations, consider using a bastion host system or a series of interconnected servers to maintain anonymity. 5. **Software Caution**: Avoid domestic software, especially security tools that may compromise privacy. Opt for open-source alternatives and reliable foreign VPNs. 6. **Email and Wallets**: Use Gmail and encrypted email services like ProtonMail for communication. For cryptocurrency transactions, avoid domestic wallets and consider Exodus or other reliable options. 7. **General Conduct**: Avoid discussing politics, sharing personal photos, or revealing too much about oneself online. Maintain a low profile and be cautious about financial transactions. 8. **Legal Risks**: Steer clear of any involvement with underage content, as it poses severe legal risks. The article emphasizes the importance of privacy and security for website operators, especially in the sensitive context of adult content in China.

Some site owners in the X site cluster wanted to discuss security advice for operating X sites from within the country. At first, I refused because I immigrated many years ago and have been living abroad, so I am not very familiar with the current state of the internet and regulations in the country. However, with the influx of many novice site owners asking about security, I referenced some opinions and wrote this article.
The content of this article is for reference only and should not be considered a complete execution plan. If there are any inaccuracies, please feel free to point them out.

Hardware#

The mobile phone and computer used for work must be separate from those used in daily life. Don't think that using a virtual machine or a phone clone will solve everything; you don't know which program will read your hardware code. If something goes wrong, these are solid pieces of evidence.

Mobile Phone#

First, regarding mobile phones, X site owners should absolutely not use any domestically produced or domestic versions of phones! It is said that the level of monitoring has reached the hardware level. Regardless of the truth of this "report," for safety, try not to be tempted by cheaper options.
The recommended phone is the Google Pixel series, which has a native Google system and is Google's own product. You can purchase it through domestic platforms like Xianyu, Pinduoduo, or Taobao. You don't need to buy a high-spec model; a phone with 8GB of RAM and 128/256GB of storage is sufficient. Next, I recommend international versions of Samsung, LG, Sony, etc. If your budget is really tight, you can buy Xiaomi, Redmi, OnePlus, or similar phones released before 2018 and flash a third-party ROM (any international version of domestic brands won't work; you need to flash the native Pixel system). You can find detailed tutorials on flashing on domestic Bilibili. As for Apple phones, do not buy them! Apple's data is stored in Guizhou! However, if you must use an Apple phone, keep it under a VPN network at all times; otherwise, there is still a risk.

Computer#

For computers, it is recommended to use a USB drive system for work. Install a Windows system on the USB drive, and each time you enter, just set the boot order in the BIOS. Install a VPN on the system in the USB drive, connect to the VPN each time you enter the system, and then remotely connect to the jump server.

SIM Card#

Hong Kong and Macau SIM cards have the ability to bypass restrictions in the country, allowing direct access to YouTube, and the IP address will also be registered as belonging to Hong Kong or Macau. You can ask about real-name issues in the group; there are brothers in the group who specialize in real-name services, and they are reliable with a deposit!
You can also buy a UK GG card or a US GV number as a backup; both are virtual numbers that can be used to apply for various foreign platforms. I personally recommend the GG card, which can be found on domestic e-commerce platforms. A blank card costs around 20-30 RMB, and you can activate it with a credit card. Register for essential services like TG, FB, TK, and YouTube. Of course, you can also directly buy a US GV number, which is linked to a Google email and does not require activation, making it very convenient.
I'm not very familiar with cards from other countries; I will add more information here if I learn about them later.
If you want absolute safety, then buy an overseas data card (there are many such cards in Hong Kong and Macau, but the data is expensive and requires real-name registration). Share the mobile hotspot with your laptop, enter the USB drive system on the laptop, open the VPN on the USB drive system, and then connect to the jump server via 3389.

Jump Server#

If you want to use a highly secure jump server, I recommend using the Fortress system, which is available for purchase here: https://xzhan.xlog.app/nextcli
If the Fortress system is too expensive, you can do this: choose a low-cost IDC and buy two 2H2G Windows system servers. These two servers should have low latency and fast connection speeds to your local machine (we'll call these two machines "A" and "B"). Then buy a Windows system server in the US as the operating machine (machine "C"), with a configuration of 2H4G being sufficient.
First, connect to jump server A from your local USB drive system, then use A to connect to B, and B to connect to C. All website building, maintenance, and TG operations can be done on machine C. Do not buy annual payment servers; pay monthly instead, as they need to be frequently changed.

Software#

On the operating machine and jump server, try not to install any domestic software, especially those ridiculous ones like 360 Security Guard; they are definitely tools that will get you caught! Choose open-source software whenever possible. Some foreign open-source software may be paid, and if you find it useful, paying for it is fine. However, avoid using domestic software whenever possible while working!

VPN#

It is recommended that site owners build their own long-term, stable VPN. You can also buy some cheap VPN services. The VPN should primarily be used on the operating machine, with a preference for foreign brand VPNs. Avoid Chinese brands like KuaiLian. Don't believe in claims like "We respect user privacy and do not collect user data!" These are just lies. Almost all software collects user information; the difference lies in where the collected data is stored and which country controls it. Using domestic software means your data is controlled domestically, while foreign software means your data is controlled abroad. As an X site owner, if you are just running an adult site, it doesn't matter if some of your data is collected abroad; they won't have the time to trouble you. Of course, the premise is that you must not engage in underage pornography!

Other Software#

Most of the software that X site owners use daily has open-source alternatives. If there are no open-source options, look for foreign alternatives.

Email#

X site owners often need to receive emails, and the first choice is definitely Gmail, as many platforms allow direct login with Gmail.
For communication, it is advisable to use encrypted email services like PROTON.

Wallet#

I do not recommend domestic wallets like BitPie or TP. X site owners must be very cautious with financial transactions; do not be tempted to use domestic wallets just to learn a few English words. I personally recommend the Exodus wallet, which now has a Chinese version and is very convenient to use.
You can receive U on TG using the UT wallet found through Jisou or OKpay's wallet. I use both and find them very convenient. I will also write a separate article on financial security for X site owners for reference.

Credit Card#

X site owners generally only use credit cards for purchasing servers, software, and other online services. Payments for these should definitely not be made with a real-name credit card, so a U card that does not require KYC is the best choice, with fees that are basically negligible.

Daily Precautions for X Site Owners#

  • Do not discuss politics or criticize anything on any platform.
  • Remember, you are here to make money, not to complain. Avoid doing things that might affect your earnings; instead of wasting time complaining, spend more time figuring out how to make money.
  • Do not post photos or videos taken with your phone on any platform. Especially your photos, which may contain GPS location information. Even if they do not, try not to publish them.
  • Be low-key; if you can't stand something, just ignore it. There are many idiots online, and there's no need to waste your energy arguing with others. Focusing on making money is the most important thing.
  • Do not meet in person, do not have face-to-face meetings, and do not overly share your real situation. As an X site owner, these are absolutely things to remember.
  • If anyone on TG sends you files, open them in Google Drive or other cloud storage. Images, server quotes, text files—open everything in the cloud, do not open them locally, as it is very easy to get caught.
  • Do not set up an X site studio in the country. Do not naively think that asking someone you know well for help will be safe; nothing is reliable in the face of interests and risks. Take your time to do it yourself; do not rush. The X site industry is a necessity, and it will still be profitable for at least the next ten years.
  • If the money you earn from the X site does not match your offline income, or if you suddenly buy a car while working full-time on the X site, before showing off your wealth, please take a trip to Macau and come back saying you won money there. Do not show off your wealth blindly; that is the most foolish behavior. Do not deposit all your earnings back into the country; keep some cryptocurrency as a precaution.
  • Never, ever engage in underage pornography. Once you do, no one can save you. Any internet platform will hand over your information without reservation, regardless of how many layers of jump servers you have.
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