Missing topic: Real-world physical security tips for travelers + product recommendations

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I’ve noticed this forum has tons of great info on software and hardware privacy/security, but what about physical security?

I’m not a journalist. I’m just a regular guy who wants to protect his belongings. For example, when I travel. I don’t want things stolen on a trip, or someone tampering with my phone while it’s charging in public.

Are there any good physical best practices discussed here?

For example:

Secure backpacks designed to deter pickpockets or slash-and-grab thieves.

I already know about Pacsafe, which makes great anti-theft backpacks, but do you have other recommendations?

Other useful items like portable door locks for hotels or reliable ways to charge devices safely without the risk of juice jacking.

Perhaps the forum could create a dedicated section or thread for these kinds of recommendations. Some members might be journalists or frequent international travelers.

I’d love to hear your real-world experiences or tips for staying physically secure while on the move.

I’ve come across a couple of helpful products, like this portable door lock:

Data Blocker to prevent juice Jacking:

It would be nice if this forum added a new section focused not only on software and hardware tools, but also on physical privacy gadgets. That could cover items like webcam covers, microphone blockers, privacy screens, anti-theft backpacks, portable door locks, RFID-blocking wallets and Faraday bags to prevent tracking or unauthorized access.

It could even include more advanced physical security options for people who need stronger protection.

Can you recommend a trustworthy company for these types of products?

Edit:

Also for safer connectivity while traveling, using your phone’s mobile hotspot with a travel eSIM is often better than public Wi-Fi since it avoids risky shared networks. I just found Holafly (esim.holafly. com) which offers unlimited data plans for specific days and countries, perfect for heavy users. I have never used that provider, but I would like to point out that this should be considered when creating a new page for physical security tips.

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I would normally say if you’re an average person why should you bother with all of this maybe except the usb condom part, but then I also understand we have preferences that usually our threat model doesn’t need but because we want to.

These are nice to have and to improve physical security

  • RFID Blocking wallet
  • USB Data blocker (aka “USB Condom”), alternatively just bring your phone’s charger
  • Belt Bag, you can carry sensitive stuff, face the belt bag in front of you so you can tell and easily defend from theft, Pants with Zipper pockets is a plus too

I wouldn’t go as far as portable door lockers, especially if you’re in a hotel you’re responsible on locking it and any insecurities is the responsibility of the hotel for lacking security on their part.