Think before you share: Information shared on social media is publicly visible, so remember it is visible to a large amount of people.

To protect your privacy while using social networks, you can also do the following:

Understand how your social media applications connect to other apps, and that data sharing may occur across programs.

There is often metadata associated with photos you post, which includes revealing details like the location the photo was taken and the time and date.

Even if you manage your privacy settings, there are still privacy concerns 'behind the scenes' as Pinterest may be collecting data on users.

Photos posted to Pinterest may reveal details about your life, including where you live or what you like.

Information you post to social media is publicly visible, so think before you post.

The first step is awareness, and you should be aware of the following: In addition to deleting your Pinterest account, you can take other steps to protect your privacy online when using social networks.

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