Searching Your Online Presence

The video tutorial highlights the importance of being aware of your online presence. It begins with a story about a viewer who discovered her personal information in a public database. The tutorial advises regularly Googling your name to see what information is available online. It provides steps for conducting a thorough search, including using quotes, adding modifiers, and checking images and social media. If you find unwanted information, you can adjust privacy settings or contact websites to remove it. Additionally, Google Alerts can notify you when your name appears online, helping you stay informed.

What prompted the viewer to search for her own name online?

• Curiosity about her online presence

• A suggestion from a friend

• A tip from a viewer

• A tip from a news article

Why is it important to regularly search for your own name online?

• To increase your social media followers

• To ensure your personal information is not publicly available without your consent

• To improve your online shopping experience

• To find new job opportunities

What is the first step suggested by USA Today for searching your own information online?

• Search for your email address

• Use quotes around your name

• Check your social media profiles

• Contact a privacy expert

Which of the following is NOT a suggested modifier to use when searching for your name?

• Where you live

• Where you work

• Your social media handles

• Your favorite color

What can you do if you find information online that you want removed?

• Post more information to overshadow it

• Change your privacy settings or contact the site

• Ignore it

• Report it to the police

What is the purpose of setting up a Google Alert for your name?

• To receive notifications about new job postings

• To get updates on your favorite sports team

• To be notified when your name appears online

• To track your online shopping orders