A data broker is a company that collects, aggregates, and sells personal information from various sources like public records, online activity, and purchase histories. Businesses and marketers purchase this data to target advertisements, assess credit risk, or perform background checks. While companies benefit from refined consumer insights, individuals often remain unaware of how their data is collected and monetized.
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