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Re:LinkedIn scans for 6,278 extensions and encrypts the resu... by jwpapi on Thursday April 30, 2026 @06:00PM (#47968787)
I’m pretty sure it’s not 99% you would wonder how many differences there are along with user-agent resolution and ip range...

I think 99% are identifiable

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Re:LinkedIn scans for 6,278 extensions and encrypts the resu... by flomo on Thursday April 30, 2026 @07:19PM (#47969561)
Ideally about 99% of LinkedIn users are using their professional name, occupation, and location.
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