Only take devices that you need

Now you need to wipe your device, depending on your preferences there are two ways you can do this – see image for details

Passing through UK borders with privacy

The right to privacy is a fundamental right; here are some practical steps to help maintain your privacy

1) Travel lightAzfar2021-03-23T15:09:14+00:00

2) Use a strong passwordAzfar2021-03-23T15:07:54+00:00

Ensure all your devices and accounts are password protected
Strong passphrases are around 20 characters or more in length, easy to remember, but difficult to guess

3) Backup all content on your phoneAzfar2021-03-23T15:06:32+00:00

Download all your photos and videos from your phone to a hard drive or laptop.
Back up all other data to the cloud (for example: emails, contacts, calendar and browser history)

4) Wipe your phoneAzfar2021-03-23T15:05:18+00:00

Now you need to wipe your device, depending on your preferences there are two ways you can do this – see image for details

What to do if you are asked for your devicesAzfar2021-03-23T15:03:28+00:00

Under Schedule 7 you may be asked to surrender your passwords. If you do not comply, you risk committing an offence.
However, if you have followed the above steps most of your confidential information will remain private.
If after this there is still confidential or work material on your phone you are allowed to assert confidentiality and officers should cease search.
You may be without your devices for a week, so be prepared for that too.
If you are stopped under Schedule 7, make sure you contact a lawyer and get in touch with CAGE.