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Recently, Google has admitted to collecting more personal user data than any other web browser on any computer. However, don't fret too much, as I'll now share ways to secure your data on Google Chrome with everyone. Let's dive into the following article.
1. Decline unnecessary requests
Some websites may request access to your personal data such as location, microphone access,... If not essential, it's advisable to decline such requests.
2. Modify privacy-related options
To modify privacy settings, type chrome://settings/privacy into the address bar, then press Enter. Here, you can review settings like Cookies, Site Settings,... This can help limit data collection from Google. The best practice is to clear browsing history. To do so, go to Privacy and Security > Clear browsing data > Clear data.
3. Log out of your Google account while browsing the web
A fairly simple way to avoid personal data collection is to log out of your Google account while browsing the web on your computer.
4. Use alternative services
If you're using a Google account for various purposes, consider using alternative services to replace Google's. For example, use Microsoft Word instead of Google Docs,...
5. Utilize alternative browsers
Alternatively, you can use browsers other than Google Chrome to avoid Google's control such as Microsoft Edge, Apple Safari,...
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