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Verizon’s tracking feature is opt out, so customers will be tracked without their knowledge.

Author
Burley
Date
14 Dec 2021
Type
Preselection

“This is a #privacy nightmare and an utter disgrace. @Verizon you are a pipe to the internet and that is all. I am appalled you would think you have the right to track and monetize my activity.”

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