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Addressing Privacy Setting Loopholes Challenges and the Need for Enhanced Data Protection

Addressing Privacy Setting Loopholes Challenges and the Need for Enhanced Data Protection
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Author(s): L. Vinay Kumar Reddy (Christ University, India)and Rajesh Kanna Rajendran (Christ University, India)
Copyright: 2025
Pages: 30
Source title: Analyzing Privacy and Security Difficulties in Social Media: New Challenges and Solutions
Source Author(s)/Editor(s): Dina Darwish (Ahram Canadian University, Egypt)and Kali Charan (GIET University, India)
DOI: 10.4018/979-8-3693-9491-5.ch015

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Abstract

This chapter explores the challenges and solutions related to privacy setting loopholes and the need for enhanced data protection. Despite efforts to provide users with control over their data, privacy settings often suffer from usability issues, technical loopholes, and inconsistent regulatory compliance. These flaws leave users vulnerable to data exposure and misuse. Privacy fatigue, caused by overwhelming choices, and dark patterns in design further hinder users' ability to protect their privacy effectively. Additionally, rapid advancements in tracking technologies outpace existing regulations, creating gaps in data protection. Privacy-by-design principles, user education, and improved transparency are key strategies to address these issues. By embedding privacy into the design process, simplifying settings, and improving privacy literacy, users can gain better control over their data. This paper highlights the importance of stronger regulatory measures, ethical design, and continuous adaptation of privacy laws.

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