Could the information gathered every time I use a grocery store 'discount
card' become a problem for me? I have a feeling that it might.
I think I'm getting a lot more junk mail. And whether I buy medicine
is no one else's business.
What rights do I have for protecting my personal privacy?
"Corporate America has a penchant for implicitly downplaying the right
to privacy." (Spinello, 25)
"In exchange for discounts, customers hand over a treasure trove of
data
about their buying habits." (Wilcox)
"If you do not want information compiled about your personal buying
habits through the use of price scanners, don't participate in the store's
"buyers club." You may also want to pay cash at businesses which use scanners,
since technology may allow the company to store your name and address if
you pay by check or credit card. " (Privacy Rights Clearinghouse)
Sources
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Finance Magazine, Mar2000, Vol. 54 Issue 3, p28, 2p, 1c (From
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