California’s Delete Act, which aims to give residents more control over their online information, has been signed into law by the state’s governor Gavin Newsom. The act will allow residents to request that their personal information be deleted by all data brokers operating in California. While similar legislation may be some way off in other parts of the world, there are steps people can take to reduce their online visibility.
Firstly, users should go through their old social media and email accounts and delete those that they no longer use. While logging in to these platforms, it’s also a good idea to assess those that are still in use and consider whether they are still valuable or whether it’s time to leave.
Secondly, individuals should take the time to declutter their junk folder in their email inboxes. Sorting through these messages can help identify and unsubscribe from emails sent by companies that are no longer of any use, reducing the number of unwanted emails a person receives.
Thirdly, it’s important to be cautious about the kind of information shared on public forums. Users should avoid sharing private or sensitive information online. Fourthly, users can make use of privacy settings on their accounts to control who can see their posts and limit access to personal information.
Finally, it’s worth considering using a virtual private network (VPN) to browse the internet in a more secure and private way. With so much of our data stored and accessed online, it’s more important than ever to take steps to protect our privacy
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