Digital Foundations™A program of The Luc Cochran Foundation
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Internet Privacy

Cookies, tracking, and how much you are really sharing. This course is written in plain language, moves at your pace, and never assumes you have used technology before. Every lesson includes clear steps, examples and a short knowledge check so you can be sure the skill stuck.

Duration
50 min
Lessons
6 lessons
Quizzes
1 quiz
Instructor
The Luc Cochran Foundation
Last updated
Updated August 31, 2026

What you’ll learn

  • Adjust privacy settings on your devices

Course curriculum

Digital Footprints and Cookies

Understand how websites track your activity and what they remember about you.

  1. 1What Is Online Privacy?Define online privacy and identify common ways data is collected.8 min
  2. 2Understanding Browser CookiesExplain what cookies are and how to manage them.10 min

Device and App Privacy

Control what your phone and computer share about you.

  1. 1Managing Location SharingAdjust location permissions on mobile devices.9 min
  2. 2App Permissions and CamerasAudit app access to microphones, cameras, and contacts.7 min

Private Browsing and Search

Tools and techniques to browse the web more privately.

  1. 1Using Incognito or Private ModeExplain the benefits and limitations of private browsing.8 min
  2. 2Search Engines That Don't TrackIdentify alternatives to Google for more private searching.8 min

Internet Privacy Quiz

Passing score 70% · unlimited attempts

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Who this course is for

  • Adults new to technology
  • Seniors building confidence
  • Job seekers
  • Students and families