Information privacy, often referred to as data privacy, refers to the right of individuals to control access to their personal information and the ways in which that information is collected, stored, used, and shared by organizations or individuals. It encompasses the protection of personal data from unauthorized access, disclosure, alteration, or destruction, and it includes several key aspects: 1. **Personal Data**: Information that can identify an individual, such as names, addresses, social security numbers, financial information, and digital footprints.
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