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Re:94% of users prefer not to be tracked, so why do consent ... by kasperni on Thursday May 18, 2023 @05:09AM (#35985652)
My main problem is cross website tracking. I don't really have a problem with a website keeping track of all my visits to that particular website.

I think it works similar in real life as well. You don't mind if a store clerk recognises you coming back to a shop. But you would be kind of creeped out if he also knew where and when you last visited your dentist.

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Re:94% of users prefer not to be tracked, so why do consent ... by Ekaros on Thursday May 18, 2023 @06:01AM (#35985975)
I'm fine with them keeping my purchase history for example. And then maybe even sending me offers based on that. Now tracking what I viewed or browsed on their site get bit harder.

And sharing with anyone else is right out.

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