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Behind the Data ๐Ÿ”

What are internet cookies? How do internet cookies work?

Cookies are perhaps the most common and widely known form of web tracker. But letโ€™s discuss what internet cookies are exactly. And letโ€™s talk about whether or not you should trust them. By now, nearly all of us have at least heard of cookies. And no, not the fresh-baked chocolate chip ones that your grandma […]

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Behind the Data ๐Ÿ”

What are web trackers? Which are the most common?

By now youโ€™re probably aware that your activity on the web is being tracked. But what exactly are web trackers? What are the different types of trackers? And most importantly, what can you do to stop them? We all love the internet. We enjoy the information it contains, the entertainment it offers, and the convenience […]

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Behind the Data ๐Ÿ” Digital Hygiene ๐Ÿงผ

How to remove yourself from spam marketing lists

In recent years, shopping has become one of the most popular activities on the internet. But that trend has also made our inboxes appealing targets for marketing campaigns. So, how do you remove yourself from marketing lists and you take back control of your inbox? Electronic commerce, better known as e-commerce or online shopping, has […]