1% of internet users have lost a job opportunity or educational opportunity because of something they posted online or someone posted about them.4% of internet users have been led into physical danger because of something that happened online.6% of internet users have had their reputation damaged because of something that happened online.6% of internet users have been the victim of an online scam and lost money.11% of internet users have had important personal information stolen such as their Social Security Number, credit card, or bank account information.

12% of internet users have been stalked or harassed online.13% of internet users have experienced trouble in a relationship between them and a family member or a friend because of something the user posted online.21% of internet users have had an email or social networking account compromised or taken over by someone else without permission.Still, 59% of internet users do not believe it is possible to be completely anonymous online, while 37% of them believe it is possible.Ī section of the survey looking at various security-related issues finds that notable numbers of internet users say they have experienced problems because others stole their personal information or otherwise took advantage of their visibility online-including hijacked email and social media accounts, stolen information such as Social Security numbers or credit card information, stalking or harassment, loss of reputation, or victimization by scammers. 55% of internet users have taken steps to avoid observation by specific people, organizations, or the government.86% of internet users have taken steps online to remove or mask their digital footprints-ranging from clearing cookies to encrypting their email, from avoiding using their name to using virtual networks that mask their internet protocol (IP) address.Most internet users would like to be anonymous online at least occasionally, but many think it is not possible to be completely anonymous online.

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