Recent revelations about how much data websites collect about you — and how that data is used — have made me cautious about what I sign up for online. But I’ve been online for over 20 years, and I haven’t always shown such discernment in where I created accounts. If you remember the heyday of MySpace and Neopets, you probably haven’t been either. Whether you’re concerned about how a company will use your data, worried about a data breach or simply want to reduce inbox clutter, closing accounts can be a great idea.
Thankfully, the McAfee online account cleanup tool can help you improve your digital hygiene. This tool found over 450 accounts connected to my email address, including accounts on sites I hadn’t thought about in years, like the website of a dentist I only went to twice in 2022. It then gave me the tools to quickly eliminate those
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