How you are being tracked in the web | Online Tracking explained

[@bronsonguidry1744]

One thing people don't understand about tracking and privacy settings in general, is that for most browsers, they are very customizable. The problem is though, you almost have to be a computer programmer to set things up to cater to your preference. Many of the options are vague and incoherent to most people, and we also find it hard to even get into the details. The options are there however, and one could certainly set their browser in a way to protect their privacy, or data, even to the point where "They" (the government, or corporations) won't know you were thinking about buying a new pair of shoes. It's hard though.

[@macforme]

bronson: I agree.... I wonder if it is *intentionally* set up this way. 😱

[@trifilosgr]

Knowing if I wanna buy shoes or push me ads about shoes isn’t the biggest issue. The issue is that your digital info can be prompted to ethical and unethical hackers from other companies, that’s one. Valuable info such as, I’m making a very good product or program that will net me or the company that I will sell it millions if not more will be stolen as an idea in its whole and try to win over me as a competitive enemy. Another problem is that in case I’ve done something illegal I can be found or if they think I’m doing something in their belief illegal. As well making my devices less efficient which is something of a more reason to be interested for most people, 90% of cases why a new comp or mobile phone is why underperforming is because of these telelocating scripts or actual programs that are stored on devices.

[@francistomlinson1940]

When I open safari it says in the last 7 days,Safari has prevented 89 trackers from profiling you... is that something to worry about

[@--OFFLINE]

yes, but you're better off using apple products and applications like safari than google or Microsoft products. Apple isn't *great* but they do a much better job of protecting your privacy than google

[@Meiryst]

Idk

[@AshenDemon]

@@--OFFLINE Google doesn't protect your privacy at all their one of the main companies that are getting rid of privacy.

[@alyak.2985]

@@AshenDemon Google is legit trying to track me

[@AshenDemon]

@@alyak.2985 Trying?

[@AntonioSalazar-db1eb]

Great video, super well explained.

[@ShadowKNighT788]

Look, I get the whole needing cash and companies using ads to push their products through. It's the dishonest practices and the aggresive tactics they use that's disgusting.

[@tubbalcain]

Great explanation 👍

[@mrhr-47]

Is it safe to unable JavaScript on the tor browser ?

[@mostplayzmostplayz6244]

I just got a notification that I’m getting tracked?

[@deus2570]

Always had been

[@mostplayzmostplayz6244]

@@deus2570 thanks for scaring me😃😃😃😃😃

[@deus2570]

@@mostplayzmostplayz6244 Your Welcome, USA

[@klintonmild5050]

Can i ask if , if I open a tab on a separate browser can the different browser trace my acitivty in the other browser?

[@TheNextFiles288]

Oh yes it's left in your computer in files it goes across other apps and/or programs its all in the code

[@happyandhealthy888]

2:27 right

[@AntonioSalazar-db1eb]

Suggestion for topic: wouldn't it be nice if companies agree to a unification of interfaces? so that for example menus, buttons, keyboard shortcuts, etc, are common among interfaces: browsers, apps, phone apps, computer apps, all having the menu some options located similarly.

[@somwatidevi2825]

Question is how do we protect ourselves

[@fntr]

who else uses tailsOS for absolutely mundane everyday browsing?

[@trifilosgr]

You said in the previous vid incognito mode is not protecting you btw.

[@jamesjazzy8040]

Good ! I wanna be tracked. Send me relevant topics on what i'm interested in track me all you want...more the better. It saves me time I don't have to search as much..

[@splashofun]

Don't fall for the advertising bit. It's an excuse to get into your business. Ain't ever been that much shopping! It's not about hiding either. They just do it in such a sneeky way is what pisses people off... What are they looking for that I can't tell them if asked? I don't need any average goof looking over my shoulder trying to judge anything! I quit fb and when I think I'm being tracked, I'll put on something gross and go make a sandwich.

[@zerocappy]

um norton vpn my anitvirus it says i have 107 following me

[@drsch]

Of all the actual dangerous and worrisome aspects of tracking and personal privacy issues...that half-baked abortion example is the best you could come up with? Really? There are so many more relatable and pressing issues that could have been covered. You built up a great point and then it just kind of fizzled...

[@RaeesUnboxingwala]

7:27 EXACTLY

[@familiarchain8084]

One day when I opened safari it randomly took me to a site which was written tracking details

[@AshenDemon]

😶

[@kuokkae]

How does web analytics track your age and gender?

[@bjarneswift7522]

Why is my phone battery not changing

[@Meiryst]

I have over 140 trackers after me help me ;-;

[@AshenDemon]

Get DuckDuckGo, Firefox, Brave browser Avast Anti-track, a VPN and Go into Google Settings disable web activity, disable KZbin History, Search History, Ad Personalization Settings in Google. Stop using Chrome, Use Chromium-based browsers like AVG secure browser, Microsoft Edge, or Avast Secure Browser that are chrome without Google. Get off Facebook completely and reduce Google Services you use... or even simpler. Delete your Google Account, Facebook Account, Instagram Account, and Microsoft Account.

[@AshenDemon]

@Abdirahman Omar To late. I already had it downloaded and my data hasn't been stolen.

[@Wizdows]

@@AshenDemon Antivirus firm Avast is reportedly selling users' web browsing data. Sensitive browsing data is repackaged and sold by a subsidiary called Jumpshot, according to a Motherboard and PCMag investigation. Avast says it has more than 400 million users around the globe. You may not realize it but your information is being sold.

[@AshenDemon]

@@Wizdows Oh I turned that off in settings already.

[@incognitoatious5443]

I have 1 tracker...but it tracked me 106 times today. Goodbye, i'm probably gonna delete this account.

[@leonardorubalcava-flores806]

omg hiiiiiiiiiiiiiii papi

[@sargamn3800]

Man u are very cute

[@macforme]

DW is awesome. Check out : *DW Documentrary* channel, it is packed with incredible informational videos. Thank you so much for publishing them in English. ❤️ Danke!