Remember that time you saw an amazing article, clicked it on Facebook, and then promptly forgot the website’s name? No judgement – the internet’s a labyrinth! Enter Meta’s brand new “Link History” feature, touted as your savior from lost links. But wait, is it a hero or a hidden data-hoarding dragon?
Meta, the parent company of Facebook and Instagram, rolled out Link History with a shiny promise: never lose a link again! It stores every website you click on within their apps, creating a convenient personal library. Sounds handy, right? Not so fast.
This seemingly helpful feature comes with a hefty privacy price tag. Meta keeps this link history for 30 days, and while they claim it’s only used to “improve your ad experience,” let’s be honest: they’re tracking your every digital footstep. This opens the door to hyper-targeted ads, a potential invasion of privacy, and, let’s face it, a creeping sense of Big Brother watching every click.
So, how do you dodge this data dragon? Turning off Link History is surprisingly easy, but well-hidden. Here’s your escape route:
- Open Facebook or Instagram and tap any link.
- Tap the “More” icon in the bottom right corner (three dots).
- Tap “Settings”.
- Find the “Allow Link History” toggle and turn it off.
- Confirm you’re a privacy champion when prompted.
Boom! You’re free from the link-logging clutches of Meta.
Remember, convenience shouldn’t come at the cost of your privacy. Be mindful of what data you share, and don’t hesitate to turn off features that creep you out. The internet is your playground, explore it on your own terms!
Now go forth and conquer the labyrinth, brave adventurer! Just remember, some bookmarks bite.
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