Evercookies
Evercookies
I chose to begin browsing the archive during my commute and listened to the hosts discussing topics I’d never heard before—evercookies. It’s interesting that fewer resources exist about them. Eventually, I found some articles, including one from Ars Technica, which explained how they work. While it covered the basics of detection software, it didn’t go into much detail on preventing or removing them effectively. Anyone have any recommendations for tools to block these types of cookies on my PC?
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Others often prefer avoiding tracking. @ Ethnod mentions Mil Shield handles it, but I have my own method. Use a virtual machine for browsing the web; keep a backup of the new virtual disk so you can fully wipe it out. Remove the old disk, install the copy and you're ready. Ghostery, a VPN, and MAC spoofing take care of the rest. If your system uses an SSD, the reset is quick. For saving bookmarks, export them to a USB drive, NAS, or your domain before resetting the VM—this is simple and convenient.
If they prefer not to be monitored, they should avoid using the internet since staying online means continuous tracking. Removing cookies won’t help them anymore.
Enderman character, if you don't want to help, just stay quiet. I missed your comment from last night where you shared your thoughts, but now it seems like you're just messing with Captain Chaos. I respect your dedication, though—I think it's a bit more intense than I expected (the Ghostery thing). I haven't done anything like that in years, so maybe it's simpler than I thought. I'll have to look into it later. Also, I'll definitely check out Mil Shield. Anyone else have ideas or info about EverCookies?
Really? Are you sure deleting cookies stops tracking? Your ISP has full visibility of your connection, websites log your location, IP addresses, and every data you send to search engines. All the information you type is saved by cookies so sites remember your visit and actions. Many feel overly cautious about online privacy when it’s not that serious. In public spaces, you can’t just ask others to stay quiet—think before you act. Use common sense.
Here’s a rephrased version of your text:
The situation isn’t exactly what I expected. In Ireland, there are data protection laws in place that help prevent many issues on the other side of the Atlantic. They’re not flawless, but they’re an improvement. I’m not overly confident I can remain completely anonymous online, but at home I use certain tools and extensions that help limit exposure and give me a sense of security. I’m not engaging in anything illegal, yet I don’t think it’s fair to assume companies selling ads on websites for other businesses can misuse that data to track users or buy popular sites just to collect more information for selling it. I believe the future of advertising—like in Minority Report—is coming, but I’d rather not contribute to it.
Some might see my resistance to this all-over surveillance as foolish, but I think the opposite is true. I support advertising, even if it’s uncomfortable online; that’s why I whitelist sites like YouTube and LinuxTechTips. There’s a way to find alternatives that don’t require private companies knowing intimate details about people before they even know it. This isn’t just about cookies—it’s a serious invasion of privacy. We should be able to choose not to be tracked, with options for different levels of monitoring.
As a community or society, we should value the websites and services we enjoy and support rather than expecting everything for free. Still, we shouldn’t allow our personal information to be exploited without consent. My reasons aren’t being debated here, but I’m not against discussing them—I just want to keep this thread focused on the actual topic.
many believe they are protected from being tracked since their nation enforces rules against monitoring its own people. However, countries often work together in alliances, sharing intelligence with one another. For instance, the United States and Canada have such arrangements—Canada cannot spy on its citizens, but the US can still access that information and use it to serve its interests.