#user-agent

    Your user agent string tells websites your browser, operating system, and device type. Learn what it reveals and how to manage it for privacy.

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    What Is a User Agent? What Your Browser Reveals Every Time You Visit a Website

    Every time you visit a website, your browser sends a User Agent string. Learn what it contains, why it matters for privacy, and how it contributes to browser fingerprinting.

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