To protect your personal information from being sold to or used by third parties, consider taking these steps:

1. Read Terms of Service for websites and apps before signing up or creating an account
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2. Review and limit the access you give to third-party apps and websites
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3. Use strong security measures for all accounts, such as two-factor authentication
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4. Check your credit reports regularly for unknown charges or suspicious activity
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5. Opt out of pre-approved offers and marketing lists
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6. Consider using a virtual private network for additional protection