Account privacy refers to the level of control an individual has over who can access their personal information and activities on a particular online platform, such as a social media account, email account, or any other online service that requires user registration. Maintaining account privacy is essential for protecting sensitive information, maintaining confidentiality, and controlling interactions with other users. Here are some common practices to enhance account privacy:
- Strong Passwords: Use strong, unique passwords for each online account, incorporating a mix of letters, numbers, and special characters. Avoid using easily guessable information like your name or birthdate.
- Privacy Settings: Familiarize yourself with the privacy settings of the platform or service you’re using. Adjust these settings to control who can view your profile, posts, and personal information. Options often include settings for public, private, or friends-only visibility.
- Selective Sharing: Be cautious about sharing sensitive personal information online, such as your home address, phone number, or financial details. Only share this information with trusted individuals and avoid posting it publicly.
- Review Permissions: Regularly review the permissions granted to third-party apps or services that have access to your account. Revoke access for any apps that you no longer use or trust.
- Be Cautious with Links: Avoid clicking on suspicious links or visiting unfamiliar websites, as these could be phishing attempts or lead to malware installation.
- Regular Audits: Periodically review your account activity and settings to ensure they align with your privacy preferences. Make any necessary adjustments or updates as needed.
- Limit Public Sharing: Be mindful of what you share publicly. Even on platforms with strong privacy settings, it’s best to assume that anything posted publicly could potentially be seen by anyone.
- Educate Yourself: Stay informed about best practices for online privacy and security. Keep up with news and updates from the platforms you use to understand any changes to their privacy policies or features.
- Report Suspicious Activity: If you notice any suspicious activity on your account, such as unauthorized access or unusual login attempts, report it to the platform’s support team immediately.
If you delete your account:
- You can’t regain access once it’s deleted.
- We delay deletion a few days after it’s requested. A deletion request is cancelled if you log back into your FNF account during this time.
- Some information, such as messaging history, isn’t stored in your account. This means friends may still have access to messages you sent after your account has been deleted.
- Copies of some material (example: log records) may remain in our database but are disassociated from personal identifiers.
