So I have been trying to crack down on my privacy. I run linux on my hardware. I use a few web extensions that are recommended for security and I do my best to avoid google services. I was wondering though, what are the main disadvantages of signing in if I’m surfing “with protection” so to speak. I have to admit, there are still a few google services like google drive and youtube which I kind of covet, but I’d still rather not use google at all in most instances.

Can some one maybe break down some of the pro’s and cons of signing in? Do any of you still sign into use google services or do you avoid it like the plague?

  • @sharknadoes@lemmy.ml
    9•3 years ago

    Pro: Google knows about your interests, places you’ve been etc. and can use this information to suggest content to you accordingly

    Con: Google knows about your interests, places you’ve been etc. and can use this information to make money off you by showing you relevant ads

    Just to name one for each.