Privacy

Online privacy is crucial to a trustworthy Internet.

Online privacy is crucial to a trustworthy Internet.

Online privacy depends on the ability to disclose data consensually and with clear expectations about the context and scope of data sharing. Identifiability, data linkability, and data mining present significant privacy concerns.

We are dedicated to advancing privacy by advocating for technology and policies that respect it. We also educate communities on the benefits of maintaining strong online privacy and how to manage their online identities.

Privacy

Online privacy is crucial to a trustworthy Internet.

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Online privacy depends on the ability to disclose data consensually and with clear expectations about the context and scope of data sharing. Identifiability, data linkability, and data mining present significant privacy concerns.

We are dedicated to advancing privacy by advocating for technology and policies that respect it. We also educate communities on the benefits of maintaining strong online privacy and how to manage their online identities.

Key Privacy Links

Key Privacy Links

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Online Trust and Safety

Newly connected Internet users enter a complex digital environment. Developing trust and safety skills is essential for a safer online experience.

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Encryption

Encryption is an essential privacy tool that protects your personal information and helps keep people safe in our digital society.

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Privacy Online Course

Privacy is a fundamental right and a crucial enabler of autonomy, dignity, and self-expression. Learn more about online privacy and data collection in the digital age.

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Digital Footprints

Digital footprints are trails of data that people leave behind as they use the Internet. This data contributes to a digital portrait of who we are online.

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Privacy Policy

Policy makers can support or threaten online privacy. Explore how policy can affect people’s ability to maintain privacy.

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Keeping Kids Safe Online

Children live in a digital world. Encryption is a valuable tool for keeping their messages and personal information private.

Bridging Tech and Policy: How Cat Easdon Is Shaping the Future of Privacy and Security

Bridging Tech and Policy: How Cat Easdon Is Shaping the Future of Privacy and Security

Privacy engineer Cat Easdon used the Internet Society’s Early Career Fellowship to help bridge the gap between technology and policy.

One of the themes Cat explored during her fellowship was how cultural differences shape interpretations of privacy. This encouraged her to design more inclusive, context-aware privacy tools.

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Latest Updates

Latest Updates

Today’s US Executive Order is a Serious Win for Cybersecurity

The United States government is taking a major leap forward for cybersecurity. The newly released Executive Order on Strengthening and Promoting …

Understanding and Identifying Scams: Digitally Empowering Older Adults in Mexico

There is a generational digital divide, with older adults often lacking the training to use digital tools safely.To help combat …

Investigatory Powers (Amendment) Act 2024 Consultation Response to the Home Office 

Investigatory Powers (Amendment) Act 2024 Consultation Response to the Home Office by Internet Society …

Global Encryption Day Panel Highlights Encryption’s Role in Children’s Online Safety

Encryption is a tool that ensures privacy for all online users, including children. In our panel, we heard from online …

Take a Step Towards Privacy: Understanding Digital Footprints

Digital footprints are trails of data that people leave behind as they use the Internet. This data contributes to a digital …

Encrypt Today to Safeguard Tomorrow: The Encryption Summit

Encryption empowers people to connect with others, protect themselves and their loved ones, and live their lives to the fullest …

Case Study: Canada’s Online News Act Hurt Journalism, Competition, and the Internet

Read about the impacts of Canada’s Online News Act on the Internet and how countries can develop laws to support …

Texas’ Mandatory Age Verification Law Will Weaken Privacy and Security on the Internet

Texas’ mandatory age verification law will weaken Internet privacy and security and will not provide an effective solution to children …

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