What does online privacy mean?

According to Technopedia.com Online privacy is the privacy and security level of personal data published via the Internet. It is a broad term that refers to a variety of factors, techniques and technologies used to protect sensitive and private data, communications, and preferences.

Online privacy and anonymity are paramount to users, especially as e-commerce continues to gain traction. Privacy violations and threat risks are standard considerations for any website under development.

Online privacy is also known as internet privacy.

 

Source: National Initiative for Cybersecurity Careers and Studies – Department of Homeland Security