Has anyone been bothered by this ??
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Has anyone been bothered by this ??
I think it is spooky to be reading a thread here and then an ad pops up that is in regards to the thread. Just was posting a reply on T-shirt quilts about how I used lightweight Pellon, and instantly, an ad for Pellon appeared at the top of the page. I am using Firefox and I have set up my options to NOT be followed. I have notice this happening more and more. Is there no more privacy anymore???
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A few weeks ago, I was on Amazon, and added a sewing machine to my shopping cart. Then I decided not to buy so I deleted it from the cart. Now, I see an ad for that same machine popping up everywhere.
I agree with Lisa. Always be aware that, on the internet, nothing is private.
I agree with Lisa. Always be aware that, on the internet, nothing is private.
Last edited by tapper; 07-18-2014 at 08:03 AM.
#7
All I have to do is look at an item on any web site and that item follows me around from site to site. The part that bothers me is when you pay for something on line. I always look for something that says I am entering a secure portion of the website. It makes PayPal look more and more attractive because it minimizes the times you have to give someone your confidential information.
#8
Hopefully, your version of Firefox has this option. Go to Tools in menu bar, then to Options, then to the Content tab. At the very top, you can check the box to block pop up windows. Don't forget to click OK at the bottom.
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