Question 1

What is browser fingerprinting?

Accepted Answer

A tracking technique that identifies you by your browser's unique combination of settings, hardware, and software -- no cookies needed.

Question 2

Can I prevent browser fingerprinting?

Accepted Answer

You can reduce it. Tor Browser is most effective. Firefox's resistFingerprinting and Brave's randomization also help. No solution is perfect.

Question 3

Is browser fingerprinting legal?

Accepted Answer

Varies by jurisdiction. Under GDPR, fingerprinting requires consent like cookies. In practice, enforcement is limited and many sites do it without asking.

Question 4

Does incognito mode prevent fingerprinting?

Accepted Answer

No. Incognito mode only clears cookies and history. Your fingerprint (hardware, fonts, canvas, etc.) remains the same.

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