How Data Brokers Collect and Use Your Personal Information—And How to Opt Out

In today’s digital world, your personal information is constantly being tracked, stored, and sold—often without your direct knowledge. Data brokers are companies that collect and aggregate personal data from multiple sources, compiling detailed profiles about individuals that they sell to businesses, advertisers, and even other third parties. While this data is often used for marketing and analytics, it can also be exploited for…