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Learn about your online privacy profile

1.When you create a user name, what do you usually do?

	Make one up that doesn't include my name or any personal information about me.
	Make one up that uses either my first or last name, but not both.
	Use my real name.

2. To me, online privacy means that:

	My identity online is completely anonymous because I don’t share my personal information.
	A Web site protects my personal information and keeps it confidential, especially financial information.
	A Web site is wasting my time when I have to read privacy policies or I have to click ‘I agree’ to the site’s terms of service.

3. To me, online privacy is:

	Critically important to my peace of mind.
	Something I think about when I hear about it in the news.
	Something I don’t really worry about.

4. To protect my privacy when I surf the Web, I:

	Never post anything online that could be traced to me.
	Am careful about what information I share.
	Don't think anyone's paying attention to what I do.

5. When I provide information about myself online, I:

	Avoid sites and activities that require me to share personal information.
	Use trusted social networks and photo-sharing sites with privacy setting turned on.
	Am happy to provide information to get free stuff.

6. When I’m asked to “check here to agree” to a privacy policy, I:

	Usually read the policy and consider whether or not I agree to it.
	Sometimes scan the policy, but normally check the box without too much thought.
	Always check the box and never wade through all that legal jargon.

7. When it comes to exchanging information for free or improved resources online, my motto is:

	I don’t trust any company I can’t directly see or talk to.
	If I trust the site and it helps me make a quicker transaction, I’ll do it.
	If I get something free, sign me up.

8. When I see an online advertisement that suits my interests, I:

	Completely ignore it.
	Don’t pay much attention to it although I sometimes find them useful or fun.
	Usually click on it—especially if it’s a game.

9. To reduce the risks (including identity theft) online, I:

	Never use my real name or conduct personal business online.
	Am cautious with my personal information, use strong passwords, and review my accounts frequently.
	Am not scared of identity theft.

10. When I receive an e-mail message that looks like it's from someone I know, I:

	Call them to ensure that they have actually sent it before opening.
	Open it, but only if the e-mail message is expected or looks like something that someone I know would send.
	Open it and click on all of the links and attachments to ensure I’m getting the full scoop.

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