PS.3 Limit Sharing of Personal Data

Managing digital identity reputation & data creation (tools and behaviors to limit tracking)

In My Life

I can make an informed decision about purchasing an in-home virtual assistant. (AI)

In My Work

I can use VPN and secure browser settings that protect my privacy and that of my employer when using employer-provided devices and software.

In My Education

I can be cautious when using public Wi-Fi and limit sharing of personal information.

As a Teacher/Trainer

I can weigh the benefits before using third-party apps, realizing this could allow access to personal data. (AI)

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Connecting with Purpose: Digital Footprint

AT&T Connected Learning

  • Video
  • PS.1 Manage Your Online Reputation
  • PS.3 Limit Sharing of Personal Data
https://att.digitallearn.org/courses/connecting-with-purpose-digital-footprint/lessons/connecting-with-purpose-digital-footprint
AT&T and Public Library Association
CC-BY-NC-SA
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Connecting with Purpose: Digital Footprint (Overview)

AT&T Connected Learning

  • Video
  • PS.1 Manage Your Online Reputation
  • PS.3 Limit Sharing of Personal Data
https://att.digitallearn.org/courses/connecting-with-purpose-digital-footprint
AT&T and Public Library Association
CC-BY-NC-SA
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Internet Basics for Older Adults

Senior Planet

Learn about the benefits of connecting to the internet, important security and privacy best practices, and tips for building confidence.

  • PDF
  • EF.7 Understand the Internet
  • DO.3 Keep Devices Safe and Secure
  • MO.5 Practice Mobile Device Safety
  • PS.3 Limit Sharing of Personal Data
  • IS.3 Evaluate Online Information
  • LL.2 Adapt to New Technology
https://seniorplanet.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/Internet-Basics-for-Older-Adults.pdf
AARP
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How to Limit Tracking in iPhone Apps

Senior Planet

Learn how to protect your privacy on your iPhone.

  • Video
  • MO.5 Practice Mobile Device Safety
  • PS.3 Limit Sharing of Personal Data
  • CO.6 Set Privacy Settings
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CzcJJ_F_ubc
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CzcJJ_F_ubc
AARP
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How to Limit Tracking in Android Apps

Senior Planet

Learn how to protect your privacy on your Android device.

  • Video
  • MO.5 Practice Mobile Device Safety
  • PS.3 Limit Sharing of Personal Data
  • CO.6 Set Privacy Settings
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6_LM9aALx4I
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6_LM9aALx4I
AARP
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How to Adjust Alexa Recording Settings

Senior Planet

Learn how to adjust your Alexa settings to minimize recording your data.

  • Video
  • PS.3 Limit Sharing of Personal Data
  • PS.7 Understand Privacy Policies
  • CO.6 Set Privacy Settings
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VDa90r8T4P0
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VDa90r8T4P0
AARP
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Data Privacy and Online Tracking (High Intermediate/Advanced)

Digital Literacy Skills Curriculum

From World Relief, a digital skills lesson designed for learners at high intermediate / advanced literacy levels.

  • Lesson Plan/Activity Guide
  • PS.7 Understand Privacy Policies
  • PS.3 Limit Sharing of Personal Data
https://www.skillblox.org/skillblox/USUEK8
World Relief
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Your Digital Footprint

Northstar Digital Literacy Assessment

This free assessment can be used to check your skills.

  • Quiz/Assessment
  • PS.1 Manage Your Online Reputation
  • PS.3 Limit Sharing of Personal Data
  • PS.5 Maintain Well-being Online
  • PS.6 Recognize Online Threats
  • PS.7 Understand Privacy Policies
https://www.digitalliteracyassessment.org/#take-assessment
https://www.digitalliteracyassessment.org/go/?module=28
Literacy Minnesota
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Social Media

Northstar Digital Literacy Assessment

This free assessment can be used to check your skills.

  • Quiz/Assessment
  • CO.4 Post on Social Media
  • CO.5 Use Social Media
  • PS.3 Limit Sharing of Personal Data
  • PS.5 Maintain Well-being Online
  • PS.6 Recognize Online Threats
  • PS.7 Understand Privacy Policies
  • PS.1 Manage Your Online Reputation
https://www.digitalliteracyassessment.org/#take-assessment
https://www.digitalliteracyassessment.org/go/?module=25
Literacy Minnesota
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Internet Basics

Northstar Digital Literacy Assessment

This free assessment can be used to check your skills.

  • Quiz/Assessment
  • MO.2 Understand Online Access
  • EF.11 Connect to Wifi
  • EF.3 Use Basic Browser Tools
  • IS.3 Evaluate Online Information
  • PS.3 Limit Sharing of Personal Data
  • EF.12 Protect My Privacy on Shared Devices
  • PS.6 Recognize Online Threats
  • DO.3 Keep Devices Safe and Secure
  • EF.4 Use the Mouse
  • IS.5 Use Search Strategies
  • EF.2 Search the Internet
  • EF.5 Understand My Computer
https://www.digitalliteracyassessment.org/#take-assessment
https://www.digitalliteracyassessment.org/go/?module=18
Literacy Minnesota
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How to Fill Out a Job Application (Spanish)

User-submitted

Learn how to fill out an online job application. Evaluate websites for security and reliability, complete an online form, and remove private personal information from any share device or internet browser.

  • Video
  • Lesson
  • Lesson Plan/Activity Guide
  • WO.1 Find a Job Online
  • PS.3 Limit Sharing of Personal Data
https://www.adultedmed.com/workforcetechnology
https://youtu.be/aqmHA3DbvKc
https://www.adultedmed.com/jobapplication
TCALL
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Cómo mantenerse a salvo

DigitalLearn.org

Tener problemas de seguridad de entrar en línea? Vamos a discutir aquí esos temores.

  • eModule
  • DO.3 Keep Devices Safe and Secure
  • PS.3 Limit Sharing of Personal Data
  • PS.6 Recognize Online Threats
https://www.digitallearn.org/courses/por-que-utilizar-una-computadora
https://www.digitallearn.org/courses/por-que-utilizar-una-computadora/lessons/como-mantenerse-a-salvo
Public Library Association
CC-BY-SA