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=Description=
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Ghostery is a tool that helps you see and manage the “invisible” web of trackers, web bugs, pixels, and beacons that follow you around the Internet. When you visit a website, your browser share some information with that site’s server. This is called a HTTP request. Each request includes your IP address, browser type, and the page you’re requesting. The server knows where you are because of your IP address, and it can
Ghostery is a tool that helps you see and manage the “invisible” web of trackers, web bugs, pixels, and beacons that follow you around the Internet. When you visit a website, your browser share some information with that site’s server. This is called a HTTP request. Each request includes your IP address, browser type, and the page you’re requesting.
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[[Category:Cookies & Trackers]]
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[[Category:Recognising Untrustworthy or Inappropriate Applications]]
[[Category:Recognising Untrustworthy or Inappropriate Applications]]
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This article provides tips on how to stop being tracked online. It advises readers to use a VPN, use a privacy-focused browser, limit the amount of personal information they share online, and be cautious about the websites they visit. It also recommends using a security suite to protect against malware and spyware. Overall, the article provides practical advice on how to protect one's online privacy.
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https://www.ghostery.com/blog/ways-to-stop-being-tracked
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Latest revision as of 03:00, 24 April 2024

Description


Ghostery is a tool that helps you see and manage the “invisible” web of trackers, web bugs, pixels, and beacons that follow you around the Internet. When you visit a website, your browser share some information with that site’s server. This is called a HTTP request. Each request includes your IP address, browser type, and the page you’re requesting.

More Information


https://www.ghostery.com/