The world of online privacy is so vast it can be quite overwhelming to even think about what you can and should be doing to protect yourself. As technology advances, so does the need for privacy protection. By taking proactive steps to protect the information you share with others, you can make your online life more private and minimize risks. But where to begin? Check out these eight tips to help you navigate the ever-changing digital landscape and take back control of your privacy.
Google and Android: Here’s a link to limit ad personalization on Google and Android.
Apple: This page shows you how to opt out of ad personalization on Apple. As of this writing, it hasn’t been updated for iOS 14. If you have updated to iOS 14, go to Settings > Privacy > Apple Advertising > turn off Personalized Ads.
Facebook: On this page, you can go to the ad settings tab and toggle the settings to not allowed. This page has steps to disconnect your activity off Facebook that is shared with Facebook and clear that history.
On the Off-Facebook activity page, under What You Can Do, you can click on More Options > Manage Future Activity > and toggle it to off. ( This page has those steps.)
Twitter: This page explains how to opt out of ad personalization.
Getting started may feel daunting, but start small! Even if you just do one or two things off this list, you are still taking steps towards protecting your privacy and personal information. As you slowly log into your accounts, consider updating your password or turning on two-factor authentication. By using a secondary number to place calls, you’ll help prevent robocallers and telemarketers from getting your personal information. Little changes like this can add up to a much safer and more enjoyable online experience.
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