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Where People Go to Research You Before a First Meeting

Before a first meeting—whether for business, dating, or networking—people often look you up online. This research is fast, simple, and

September 8, 2025
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Where Your Data Goes After You Click “Accept All”

Every time you click “Accept All” on a website, you share more than you might realize. That single action lets

September 1, 2025
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How ‘People You May Know’ Features Are Sharing More Than You Think

You’re scrolling through your Facebook app or LinkedIn feed when a face appears in the “People You May Know” box.

August 27, 2025
A glowing digital map with blue location pins spotlights a large blue box reading: "Why Location Settings No Longer Guarantee Privacy." The InternetPrivacy.com logo is featured at the bottom left.

Why Location Settings No Longer Guarantee Privacy

Imagine unlocking your mobile device and seeing a detailed record of every place you’ve visited—restaurants, grocery stores, and even brief

August 22, 2025
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How QR Code Scanners Collect Data Without User Consent

QR codes have become part of everyday life. From menus to event tickets, scanning feels quick and harmless. But what

August 18, 2025
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When Browser Extensions Capture More Than Your Browsing History

Browser extensions can make everyday web tasks easier by blocking ads, saving passwords, storing images, and syncing settings between devices,

August 11, 2025
An illustration shows a hand exchanging money over a laptop, with stacks of colored cubes displaying people’s faces and folders. A blue box reads, “Where Data Brokers Are Selling Personal Search Histories.”.

Where Data Brokers Are Selling Personal Search Histories

Every search you make, every link you click, and every form you fill out online leaves a trail. Data brokers

August 5, 2025
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How To Block TruthFinder: A Quick Guide

This article will teach you how to block TruthFinder so you can keep your data private. TruthFinder is one of

August 3, 2025
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Why Cookie Banners Are No Longer Seen as Legitimate Consent

Cookie banners were once seen as a simple way to meet data privacy laws. But today, they’re falling short. Many

July 29, 2025
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ClustrMaps Opt-Out: Protecting Your Internet Privacy

This ClustrMaps opt-out guide will help you remove your public records from the people search site so you can have

July 22, 2025
A hand holds a smartphone showing a warning, "Too Many Permissions Requested," with options for contacts, microphone, and location. On the left: "When Privacy Requests Trigger Suspicion From Government Agencies.

When Privacy Requests Trigger Suspicion From Government Agencies

Not all privacy requests are treated equally. If your request raises concerns, government agencies may delay or deny it, or

July 22, 2025
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What Investigators Can Learn From a Year of Browser History

Every click, search, and website visit leaves a digital trail. This trail, known as browser history, is more than just

July 16, 2025
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