Hiding from the Internet

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Author Michael Bazzell, known for his expertise in uncovering personal information online, reveals the resources that expose your private details to the public. He meticulously researched each source and presents effective methods to eliminate your personal information from databases that track individuals. This guide is designed for anyone who values their privacy, offering clear, step-by-step techniques that encourage hands-on execution. Bazzell shares personal experiences from his journey to vanish from public view, providing insights that have not been previously discussed. With a hacker's mindset, he uncovers innovative strategies to compel companies to delete your data from their systems, highlighting loopholes that privacy seekers can exploit. Among the techniques covered, readers will learn how to remove personal information from public databases and people search websites, create anonymous mail and phone numbers, manage social media privacy settings, and provide disinformation to protect their true details. Additionally, the book teaches how to prevent data brokers from sharing information, stop companies from tracking online behavior, and use credit freezes to safeguard against identity theft. It emphasizes changing habits to ensure ongoing privacy and includes guidance on conducting background checks to confirm the removal of sensitive information.