Software Solutions Your Browser Learn how to delete extraneous cookies. Mal-ware Removal Tools Adware and spyware programs can collect and share information about you - make sure that your anti-virus or malware program is up to date to prevent this. Firewalls A good firewall can prevent information from going out of your computer. Parental Controls Parental controls can help prevent your child from sharing personal information - check your program for specific features. Privacy Watch Your Cookie Consumption Cookies can collect information from your surfing habits and send them out to companies who may not be the least bit interested in your privacy. Opt-Out Many online companies provide you with the option to leave mailing lists that share your information. When signing up for a service or offer online, be sure to take a few seconds to "uncheck" the option to share your information with other companies. Read the Fine Print Always read the privacy policy of a website before you type information into a form or share it with the company. If they don't have a privacy policy listed, don't share your information! Check for the Lock Make sure you see a lock in the bottom right corner of your browser before typing information into a form - this means that the transaction is encrypted, and can't be intercepted. Guard Your Address Don't use your personal or work e-mail address to sign up for newsletters or special offers. Get a special e-mail address just for this - one of the free mail options on the web should be more than sufficient for this purpose. Teach Your Children Discuss privacy with your children, and make sure they understand what is and isn't permissable to share while they are online. Be specific!             CyberAngels © 2005