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Online ads and the machinery of propaganda for war

War profiteers: online ads and the machinery of propaganda for war

3 Dec 2025

As governments deploy propaganda for war using online ads, Access Now examines the application of international human rights law and explores digital platforms’ responsibility to respect human rights.

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War profiteers: online ads and the machinery of propaganda for war
3 Dec 2025
War profiteers: online ads and the machinery of propaganda for war
Guide: How to get rid of targeted ads on TikTok (only in the EU)

How to get rid of targeted ads on TikTok (only in the EU)

26 Apr 2023

If you are in the EU, here are the simple three steps to opt out from TikTok’s targeted ads.

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How to get rid of targeted ads on TikTok (only in the EU)
26 Apr 2023
How to get rid of targeted ads on TikTok (only in the EU)
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TikTok forced to pause plans for privacy-intrusive ads

12 Jul 2022

TikTok has paused its plan to impose personalised ads on people in EEA, UK, and Switzerland, after Access Now told the company that it must scrap this action.

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TikTok forced to pause plans for privacy-intrusive ads
12 Jul 2022
TikTok forced to pause plans for privacy-intrusive ads

Raising the alarm: online tracking harms human rights

14 Dec 2020

The EU is launching the Digital Services Act and the Digital Markets Act. These two key pieces of legislation will impact the future of digital policies and rights online, specifically in relation to online platforms and competition, including the regulation of online advertising.

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Raising the alarm: online tracking harms human rights
14 Dec 2020
Raising the alarm: online tracking harms human rights
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