Arrr! Ye scurvy dogs, beware o' Meta's latest plot to spy on yer online shenanigans, savvy?
2024-01-15
Avast ye, me hearties! Listen up! This be Kurt “CyberGuy" Knutsson bringin' ye news from the high seas of technology. Meta, the scurvy dogs, have a newfangled tool that be spyin' on ye, trackin' the websites ye visit on Facebook's cursed mobile app. Fear not, me fellow buccaneers! I shall show ye how to turn off this traitorous Link History.
Meta's newest tool, called Link History, has raised privacy concerns and worries about data collection. The feature allows users to keep track of their browser history within the Facebook app for iPhone and Android. However, there is more to this tool than meets the eye. Link History is a list of websites visited within Facebook's browser on the mobile app. It collects the links clicked on and allows users to revisit them within Facebook's browser. The setting is off by default but can be turned on at any time. When Link History is on, any links tapped within Facebook's mobile browser will be saved for 30 days. Meta may also use this information to improve ads across its platforms, showing users ads based on the websites they visit. It's important to note that Link History is only available on the mobile app and cannot be accessed on a computer. When turned off, Meta claims to immediately clear the Link History and stop using it for ad improvement. However, the deletion process may take up to 90 days. Meta's transparent approach to data collection is aimed at informing users about how their information is being used. However, there are still questions about whether users are getting the full picture. Whether the Link History feature is useful or invasive is a matter of personal opinion. Users can share their thoughts by contacting Cyberguy.com. For more tech tips and security alerts, subscribing to the free CyberGuy Report Newsletter is recommended. Overall, Meta's Link History tool provides a convenient way for users to keep track of their browsing history within the Facebook app. However, it also raises concerns about privacy and data collection.
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