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Review

Introduction

Regular privacy reviews have become essential since the digital revolution of the late 20th century. As our digital footprints expand across numerous platforms and services, systematic review of privacy practices helps identify vulnerabilities, adapt to new threats, and maintain control over personal information. This process has evolved from simple password changes to comprehensive audits of our digital lives.

Providers

Privacy Audit Tools

Services like Privacy Monitor, Jumbo Privacy, and Mozilla Privacy Not Included help users review their privacy settings across multiple platforms. These tools automate the discovery of privacy risks but may require access to personal accounts.

Data Brokers

Companies like Acxiom, Experian, and Oracle Data Cloud collect and sell personal information. Regular reviews should include checking and opting out of these services, though new brokers constantly emerge.

Identity Monitoring Services

Providers like LifeLock, Identity Guard, and Privacy Guard offer ongoing monitoring of personal information exposure. While helpful for detection, these services require sharing sensitive data and may have their own privacy implications.

Privacy Assessment Platforms

Tools like DuckDuckGo Privacy Essentials and Blacklight help users understand how websites and apps collect their data. These platforms provide insights into tracking mechanisms and data collection practices.

Recommendations

  1. Schedule regular privacy checkups
  2. Document all online accounts and services
  3. Review and update privacy settings systematically
  4. Monitor data broker listings
  5. Check for data breaches regularly
  6. Assess third-party access to accounts
  7. Update security measures proactively

Actions

  • Create a list of all online accounts
  • Review and update privacy settings on key platforms
  • Check and opt out of data broker listings
  • Update passwords and enable 2FA where available
  • Review app permissions on all devices
  • Check for recent data breaches affecting your accounts
  • Document your privacy review process for future reference