The Cypherpunk Manifesto

The Cypherpunk Manifesto, written in 1993, advocates for the widespread use of strong encryption to protect individual privacy and civil liberties in the digital age. It emphasizes that privacy is essential for personal freedom, innovation, and resisting unchecked government or corporate surveillance. The manifesto encourages individuals to use cryptographic tools to secure their communications and data, fostering a decentralized digital environment. Essentially, it champions technology as a means to safeguard privacy, promote free expression, and create a more open, secure, and autonomous society in the face of increasing digital surveillance.