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I stopped using Google services at the beginning of this year. I transitioned from Chrome to Firefox and from a standard Android device to one without Google accounts and apps. While this setup is suitable for tech-savvy individuals, it can be challenging for someone like my mom.

To address this, I bought her a Fairphone with a de-googled Android operating system installed out of the box. This solution works well, especially for those who prefer not to use Apple products.

For enhanced ad-blocking and security, I set up an OpenWRT router in front of the provider's router. This includes features like Adblock, DNS over HTTPS (DoH), DNS over TLS (DoT), and DNSCrypt. This setup has been running smoothly in my parents' house for over three years without any issues.