Social Media Awareness Dictionary

Digital footprint management

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A digital footprint is the data that a person leaves behind when they use the internet. This can include things like website cookies, search history, and social media posts. It can also include data that is collected about a person without their knowledge, such as their IP address and location.

Digital footprint management is the process of controlling what data is left behind when you use the internet. This can be done by deleting cookies and clearing your browser history, or by using privacy settings on social media sites. It can also be done by being careful about what information you share online.

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