Coiner of ‘Enshittification’ Endorses ‘Dickover’

· Daring Fireball · July 24, 2026, 7:14 p.m.
Summary
Cory Doctorow discusses the concept of 'dickover,' where users can resist commercial surveillance through bargaining techniques. He advocates for using content blockers like Firefox and various ad blockers to reclaim privacy and autonomy while browsing the web. The post emphasizes the importance of fighting back against intrusive ads and data extraction, promoting tools that allow users to effectively manage their online experience without guilt.
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