Browser Fingerprinting Exposed Tracking Risks and Defenses
This paper delves into the principles, applications, and countermeasures of browser fingerprinting. It explores how unique 'digital fingerprints' are created by collecting browser parameters to track users, rendering cookie clearing ineffective. Reducing browser uniqueness is key, suggesting using mainstream browsers, minimizing plugins, and limiting language lists. Disabling JavaScript is a drastic measure, impacting website functionality. Comprehensive measures are needed for effective privacy protection, a challenging and ongoing endeavor. The paper highlights the persistent nature of browser fingerprinting and the complexities involved in mitigating its impact on user privacy.
