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technology1 year ago

"Google Settles 'Incognito' Lawsuit by Deleting Billions of Browsing Records"

Google has agreed to destroy billions of browsing records and update its disclosure to settle a lawsuit alleging that it improperly tracked internet users in incognito mode. The settlement, reached in an Oakland Federal Court, includes a commitment from Google to inform users about data storage in incognito mode and to allow users to block third-party cookies while in private browsing modes for the next five years. Although Google won't face a financial penalty, plaintiffs can pursue monetary damages individually.

via KTLA Los Angeles|
#browsing-data#google#incognito-mode
technology1 year ago

Google Settles Lawsuit by Committing to Destroy Incognito Browsing Data

Google has agreed to settle a lawsuit by destroying billions of data records, valued at more than $5 billion, to address claims that it secretly tracked the internet use of people who thought they were browsing privately. The settlement, which requires court approval, does not provide damages to users but allows them to sue individually. Google will update disclosures about its data collection in "private" browsing and allow Incognito users to block third-party cookies for five years. The plaintiffs' lawyers view the settlement as a historic step in holding technology companies accountable.

via NBC News|
#browsing-data#google#incognito-mode
technology1 year ago

"FTC Halts Avast's Sale of User Browsing Data, Imposes $16.5 Million Fine"

Avast has been ordered by the Federal Trade Commission to pay $16.5 million and cease selling browsing data collected from its privacy apps through a now-defunct entity called Jumpshot. The FTC found that the data, which included identifiable information such as job searches and map directions, was far from anonymous and was sold to over 100 companies. Avast must now obtain express consent for future data gathering, notify customers about prior data sales, and implement a comprehensive privacy program.

via Ars Technica|
#avast#browsing-data#data-selling
technology2 years ago

The Correct Way to Permanently Delete Your Google Search History

People who attempt to erase their Google Chrome search history may not be doing it correctly. To completely clear the data linked to your account, users must click the profile icon, select "Manage Your Account," and type "My Activity" into the search bar. From there, users can filter or delete their previous searches. However, Google still keeps some data to improve its services, even after browsing history is erased.

via New York Post |
#browsing-data#google#internet