DemNerdsTech help in dark times
DemNerds 'Uncle Sam Nerd' logo mark

DemNerds

We love technology. We care about democracy. We’ve been reading the news. We have a few concerns.

Supporting Americans advocating for the rule of law with little time, money, or margin for error.

Tech Checkup

A hands-on digital and cybersecurity assessment for personalized recommendations to support democracy and human rights more safely and effectively.

Cybersecurity

Simple, proven steps that reduce real-world risk, focused on what actually helps activists and organizers. Most take minutes, not months.

Tech & Democracy

Clear-eyed thinking about how modern technology has damaged the foundations of democracy, and realistic, creative approaches to rebuild.

We’re a small group of experienced technologists who’ve worked alongside civil society and advocacy groups for years, and we built this because we wish it had existed earlier.

A note on scope

This site is a starting point: practical guidance, ways to keep yourself safe, and thoughts on society's tech-driven tectonic shifts. Some of our work is hands-on support (like the Tech Checkup), but it is not on-demand or immediate.

This site is not an incident-response hotline or an emergency service. If you’re facing an active security incident or immediate risk, seek direct support right away.

Contact

Replies may take a little time.