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You have the power to:

                 Ð ÐChoose what data is collected about you
                 Ð ÐRegulate who gets access to your data
                 Ð ÐControl how your data is used and shared

                 Why is Data Privacy Important?
                 Data privacy is important for several reasons:

                 Ð ÐYour online reputation: Everything you post online contributes to crafting your digital identity. Schools,
                    employers, and friends may review this footprint to form their perception of you.

                 Ð ÐTargeted advertising: Companies analyze your data to customize the ads you see, which can sometimes
                    feel overly personal.

                 Ð ÐProtecting yourself from harm:  Revealing  too  much personal information  online can  increase  your
                    vulnerability to scams, identity theft, or cyberbullying.

                 How Can You Protect Your Data Privacy?

                 Some ways to protect your data privacy include:
                 Ð ÐBe cautious about what you share online: Carefully consider before posting, especially when it involves
                    personal information.

                 Ð ÐModify your privacy settings: Websites and apps offer privacy controls. Familiarise yourself with these
                    options to manage who can access your information and how it is utilised.

                 Ð ÐCreate strong, confidential passwords: Ensure your passwords remain undisclosed to others.
                 Ð ÐProtect yourself from phishing traps: Avoid engaging with suspicious links or responding to unfamiliar
                    email sources.
                 Ð ÐTake care when using public Wi-Fi: Avoid engaging in sensitive tasks, such as online banking, when
                    connected to public networks.

                 Ð ÐKnow your rights: You have a right to access information about the data collected on you and its intended
                    uses.

                 Ð ÐEnhanced Rules and Standards:  Governments should implement and enforce comprehensive data
                    protection laws, establishing clear guidelines for the collection, use, and storage of data. These laws should
                    empower individuals with the rights to access, correct, and delete their personal information.

                 Ð ÐResponsible  Data  Management:  Organisations should focus  on  ethical  data  handling  by  ensuring
                    transparency in data collection, securing informed consent, and adopting strong security measures to
                    safeguard user information.

                 Using privacy-oriented tools such as virtual private networks (VPNs) and encrypted messaging applications
                 offers effective ways to protect personal data and ensure online privacy. Alongside fulfilling legal obligations,
                 organisations should create robust privacy policies and implement security practices like data encryption,
                 firewalls, and access controls. Employee training on best practices for data privacy and security should also
                 be a key focus.

                 Laws and Regulations to Protect Your Data
                 Imagine your computer is like your personal diary. It holds your secrets, stories, and ideas that you want to
                 keep safe. Cyber safety is like a lock on your diary. It ensures that no one can read or change what’s inside
                 without your permission.

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