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How to Protect Your Online Presence

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This article is written by a student writer from the Her Campus at Augustana chapter.

As college students in the year 2024, using technology and the internet is a huge part of our education. We spend hours on end using the internet for reasons like research, social media, communication, and so much more. This is why it is important to remember and value your online safety. Firefox makes it a priority to enable people with data privacy to enrich their browsing experience. 

What is Firefox?

Firefox is a browser committed to accessible, transparent, and easy-to-use browsing. It is known for being user-centric, fast, and flexible, with many customizable features that fit your needs!

Why should you use Firefox?

When you use Firefox, you’re supporting an independent, non-profit organization that puts people first, over profit. Firefox allows you to explore the web freely without being tracked across different sites, ensuring your data remains secure and private with tools made to boost productivity and guarantee online safety. 

How to practice safe browsing with Firefox?

  1. Check out the Enhanced Tracking Protection Feature: This feature protects you from those frustrating recurring ads and third-party trackers who follow you from previously used websites.
  2. Regularly update your browser: Just like we update our phones to the most recent version, keep in mind that updating your browser is essential to avoid threats to your web privacy. Staying updated means you are using the most efficient browser Firefox has to offer!
  3. Turn on Firefox Monitor: This feature alerts you when personal data is leaked and is helpful to take quick action to ensure your well-deserved privacy!

Safe browsing is not complicated nor a lot of work when using Firefox. They have included features and customizable add-ons that are meant to protect your personal data and allow you to have an easy browsing experience. Think about your current browser, why have you chosen it? Your online safety is important to keep in mind, so take action and switch to Firefox. Gain comfort in knowing your personal data isn’t being tracked and shared!

Krys Lee

Augustana '27

I'm Krys Lee! My pronouns are she/her and I am a second-year student at Augustana College, Rock Island, IL studying Elementary ED. I enjoy reading and writing. It's one of my biggest passions in life. I also love music, fashion, and baking. I want to be a teacher and writer. Mostly, I wish to make an impact on those around me!