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This is almost exactly what I said when I was asked to install end-to-end protection software into my laptop as a freelancer. I stood my ground and they understood. They initially said they would send me another laptop to work from, but eventually relented on the requirements altogether and just limited my access to customer data.
I have a similar issue.
On any portfolio site I've attempted to build, I really dislike using the word "I" (e.g. "I can help you build a website!").. but using "we" seems disingenuious. (e.g. "We can help you with your programming woes!").
Recently though, I'm leaning towards "we" because it's better business-speak, the "we" seems less risky, and it may not be factually incorrect if you ever outsource any work.
Generally, I tend to avoid writing copy that uses pronouns altogether.
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