[GUIDE] 20 Essential "Under-the-Radar" Websites for Research, Privacy, and Productivity
While we all spend our time on the usual platforms like CoinMarketCap or Glassnode, there are several "under-the-radar" tools that can significantly improve your security, research, and trading workflow. I’ve compiled a list of 20 websites that I personally find invaluable. Some are for security, some for research, and others just to keep your workflow clean.
Security & Privacy- HaveIBeenPwned.com – Check if your email or phone number has been leaked in a data breach.
- Tosdr.org – Summarizes long "Terms of Service" into simple, readable ratings (A to E).
- Temp-mail.org – Provides a temporary, disposable email to avoid spam and phishing.
- Spyboy.in – A massive directory of niche security and privacy tools.
- VirusTotal.com – Scan suspicious files or URLs with 70+ antivirus engines before opening them.
- 2FA.directory – A comprehensive list of sites that support 2FA and which methods they allow.
Research & Data- 12ft.io – Helps bypass paywalls on many financial news and analysis sites.
- SimilarWeb.com – See how much real traffic a crypto project’s website actually gets.
- Wayback Machine – View deleted versions of websites (great for investigating "rug pulls").
- WolframAlpha.com – A computational engine for complex math, unit conversions, or historical data.
- OurWorldInData.org – Deep, research-grade data on global economic and tech trends.
Utility & Productivity- TinyWow.com – Huge collection of free tools for PDF, video, and image conversion.
- Remove.bg – Instantly removes the background from any image using AI.
- Dictation.io – High-accuracy voice-to-text directly in your browser.
- Privnote.com – Create a note that self-destructs after it is read (useful for sensitive info).
- Ninite.com – Install or update all your essential PC software at once on a new build.
Inspiration & Focus- Radio.garden – Listen to live radio stations from any city on a 3D globe.
- Driveandlisten.com – "Drive" through world cities while listening to local radio.
- Unsplash.com – High-quality, royalty-free images for your threads or thumbnails.
- IsItDownRightNow.com – Check if a site is actually down or if it’s just your connection.
Conclusion:I hope at least one of these tools helps you in your daily routine, whether you are researching a new token or just trying to keep your personal data secure.
If you have a "hidden gem" website that isn't on this list, please share it below! I’d love to keep this thread updated as a community resource.
