Why Your Privacy Is Worth More Than You Think

This animated video explains how search engines like Google and Facebook collect and monetize personal data. It highlights five key issues: hyper-targeted ads, propaganda, filter bubbles, data sales to governments, and the overall bad deal for users. The video concludes by promoting DuckDuckGo as a private alternative.

You're probably aware that companies like Google and Facebook collect and sell your data, and you might think, "So what? I have nothing to hide." However, maintaining your privacy is a human right, and not about hiding at all. In this video, we'll show you all the ways that Google and Facebook's tracking and data collecting practices are harmful to you and to society at large. If you're ready to take steps to protect your data, we're here to help. At DuckDuckGo, we think the Internet shouldn't feel so creepy and getting the privacy you deserve online should be as simple as closing the blinds.