A digital footprint – sometimes called a digital shadow or an electronic footprint – refers to the trail of data you leave when using the internet. It includes websites you visit, emails you send, and information you submit online. A digital footprint can be used to track a person's online activities and devices.

 

 YOU CAN DELETE YOUR DIGITAL FOOTPRINT BY:

  1. Use security features on websites, hardware, and apps. ...
  2. Delete unused apps from your devices. ...
  3. Remove personal information from Google. ...
  4. Erase old email accounts. ...
  5. Delete unused shopping accounts. ...
  6. Remove social media accounts you don't use. ...
  7. Opt out of people search sites.