Great article! I chose this one out of my own concern for my digital footprint. I'm a professional at a large bank and have my own business. I want to make sure the information that is out there for the world to see is the information I want to them to have. Also, having a 7yr old son who constantly begs for a Facebook account, how to keep his digital profile safe. Safe from predators, but also to keep his digital footprint safe knowing that in a few years should he continue to progress as an athlete or in his academics that colleges and employers are likely to conduct Google searches.
I currently use an app called Klout to monitor my web influence. I don't recall ever hearing about websites mentioned in the article like Spokeo. I will be checking those out and cleaning up my digital profile as much as possible. I did a quick Google of myself and found one website that had a fake profile of me so I will be researching and contacting their Privacy Office to find out how to have it deleted.
http://www.bewebsmart.com/internet-safety/control-your-digital-footprint/
To continue digging into this topic more I did a quick Google search on digital footprint. I found a website that I will be able to use with my son to begin teaching him about the importance of internet safety and protecting his digital footprint. It's actually a government site and breaks down content for children of different ages. I think I will also share it on my Facebook account for other parents to use with their children.
http://www.cybersmart.gov.au/Kids/Get%20the%20facts/Digital%20footprint.aspx
I actually read an article this week regarding a murder investigation police were having trouble solving. Apparently, the victim had NO digital footprint. So much police work now is focused on following technology leads. The article went on to say, the officers would need to be trained in good old fashion police work. I found that really interesting.
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