Chapter 15
Privacy: Protecting Yourself Online
In This Chapter
Keeping up with what eBay knows about you
Determining how safe your information is on eBay
Finding out what eBay does with your info
Protecting your privacy
On the Internet, as in real life, you should never take your personal privacy for granted. Sure, you’re ecstatic that you can shop and sell on eBay from the privacy of your home, but remember: Just because your front door is locked doesn’t mean that your privacy is being protected. If you’re new to the Internet, you may be surprised to find out what you reveal about yourself to the world, no matter how many precautions you take. (Yes, we all know about that neon-green exfoliating mask you wear when you’re shopping online . . . just kidding . . . honest.)
In this chapter, you find out how much eBay knows about you and who eBay shares your information with. I explain what you can do to protect your privacy and tell you some simple steps you can take to increase not only your Internet privacy but also your personal safety.
What eBay Knows about You
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