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Tracking

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/TRAK-ing/

Also known as: web tracking, cross-site tracking

Last updated May 7, 2026

Definition

Tracking is the collection of data about user behavior across sites or apps, often to build profiles for advertising, analytics, or personalization.

Real-World Example

An ad for a product follows you across unrelated websites after you viewed it once in a shop.

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