The Dangers of Search Engine Links Explained
Director General of the ANO Digital Platforms, Arseny Shcheltsin, has issued a warning regarding the potential dangers of the links that appear at the top of search engine results. These links, he said, can be used by companies to collect user data for aggressive marketing purposes.
According to RIA Novisti, Shcheltsin explained that these links often provide automatic authorization through social media accounts, allowing companies to collect personal data from users’ social media profiles. This data can then be used for spam, advertising calls, and even fraudulent activities.
To protect against social phishing, Shcheltsin recommends the following precautions:
– Set social media privacy settings to a high level
– Avoid logging into other websites through social media accounts
– Install reliable anti-virus and anti-phishing software
It is important for internet users to be cautious when following links from search engines and to be mindful of their personal space on the internet.
With the prevalence of data collection and potential privacy breaches, taking proactive measures to protect personal information online is crucial.
