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Introductions to Online Privacy

Abdul-Rafiu Fuseini

This module introduces the topic of online privacy, relating it to our understanding of real-world privacy and explaining why it is so important in a digital society.

Skills / Knowledge

  • Privacy helps reinforce user trust of online services, yet online privacy is under constant pressure of being undermined
  • Privacy is an important right and an essential enabler of an individual’s autonomy, dignity, and freedom of expression. Yet, there is no universally agreed definition of privacy
  • Promoting strong, technology-neutral data privacy laws, privacy-by-design principles, and ethical data collection and handling principles is a key approach to protecting and fostering online privacy

Issued on

February 13, 2025

Expires on

Does not expire