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Privacy facts & stats

7 fact-checked facts about digital privacy and personal data protection, each with the reason behind it. 5 more are in today's round and join this page after it closes.

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The basics

What does 2FA stand for?

AnswerTwo-factor authentication

2FA adds a second proof of identity beyond a password.

What does the padlock icon next to an HTTPS address indicate?

AnswerThe connection is encrypted

HTTPS encrypts data between browser and site.

Going deeper

What does VPN stand for?

AnswerVirtual private network

A VPN encrypts traffic through a remote server.

What does a browser's incognito mode mainly do?

AnswerDoesn't save local history on your device

Private mode doesn't hide activity from networks or sites.

The US law HIPAA mainly protects which kind of information?

AnswerHealth information

HIPAA sets privacy rules for health data.

Expert level

In which year did the EU's GDPR take effect?

Answer2018

GDPR applied from May 25, 2018.

GDPR fines can reach up to what share of global annual turnover?

Answer4%

The top tier is 4% or €20 million, whichever is higher.

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