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Are IP addresses personal data?

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Are IP addresses personal data? An IP address, which is used to direct communication between devices, can be linked to someone’s physical identity, in particular when combined with information held by an internet service provider. Court of Justice of the European Union cases confirm that IP addresses constitute personal data. Introduction An IP (internet protocol) address is an identifying number ...
Patterns detected: ARC-0024 Ambiguity (the article discusses potential benefits and risks associated with IPv6 without clear emphasis on the overall impact), ARC-0035 Charm Offensive (the article presents VPNs as a solution to invisible tracking while omitting other privacy protection methods). Steelman: The article emphasizes the importance of being aware of online data collection practices and offers suggestions for privacy protection. It discusses IP addresses, targeted and personalized adver...