Privacy Settings and Controls

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Privacy Settings and Controls

Proper configuration reduces exposure:

Platform-Specific Hardening:

LinkedIn Security:

  • Limit public profile visibility
  • Control activity broadcasts
  • Restrict connection visibility
  • Disable profile viewing options
  • Manage email visibility
  • Review third-party access

Facebook Privacy:

  • Set default sharing to friends only
  • Review timeline and tagging settings
  • Limit past post visibility
  • Control search engine indexing
  • Manage app permissions
  • Use privacy checkup tools

Universal Principles:

  • Assume everything is public
  • Verify privacy settings regularly
  • Limit biographical information
  • Avoid location sharing
  • Review photos for sensitive content
  • Consider professional implications