Did My Phone Somehow Detect My Hat and Trigger a Targeted Ad?
I haven't worn a hat in roughly six months. Tonight I put on an older, somewhat dirty hat that had been stored in a bag near my front…
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Are Phones and Cameras Really Listening or Watching for Targeted Ads?
A few recent ad recommendations have felt far too specific to be random. After parking my motorcycle backwards in the garage for the first time, I saw a…
What’s the deal with URL tracing in apps and websites?
I've noticed that whenever I copy a URL from platforms like Instagram, YouTube, or Google Maps, it often includes a tracking ID or seems to be tracked somehow…
Tips for Enhancing Your Online Privacy
I'm looking for practical ways to improve my privacy online. It seems like sites that offer guidance often suggest downloading multiple programs or switching services, which can be…
Does X Track Every Image or Video I've Viewed?
I'm curious if X tracks and keeps a log of every single image or video that I view on my account. Is this viewing data stored similarly to…
Frustrated with AI Logging? What's the Best Tool for Tracking Info?
I just had a really frustrating experience with ChatGPT. It suggested that I keep a morning log to track my moods and productivity, saying that it could save…
Can my ISP track my activity in phone apps like Reddit?
I'm curious if my ISP can see what I'm doing in the Reddit app on my phone, like which subreddits I visit or what comments I make. Do…