Facebook can collect browsing information from links you click on their web site. On Facebook, many users share/brag about much more than they should.
Good points. I *sometimes* use a tablet, but know that it’s not very secure. I never put anything on Facebook that I really care if it gets out. For most surfing, I use a desktop with the Brave browser. Brave has lots of features to defeat spyware and other forms of privacy invasions. I have been pretty happy with it so far, although a few web sites complain about its tendency to block their cookies. Too bad. I am considering going to the Tor browser, although I have heard it can be slow. Maybe give it a try, at least...
If you use an android smartphone or tablet or Chrome or Google search and click on the links, then Google can collect your browsing history.
Facebook can collect browsing information from links you click on their web site. On Facebook, many users share/brag about much more than they should.
To me, Google is optional—there are other search options. Facebook is optional—I don’t have to have an account. However, my ISP is not an option if I wish to have any internet service. Perhaps some ISP will spring up that guarantees they won’t sell my data—something like Startpage or Startmail.
I am very much aware that I have access to Facebook and Google for free—I am the product which is why it is free. However, I pay AT&T and Wide Open West plenty for my internet servicess—Actually, I pay a premium for higher speeds. I don’t think I should be treated as a product with my ISP since I am not a product, I am a paying customer.
I don’t think the playing field was leveled—it was just expanded. I am now a product for both Google, Facebook and my ISPs.
BTW, my spouse has google disabled on android phone...using other email and search options.