Can someone see my activity through Wi-Fi?

Can My Wi-Fi Activity Be Monitored?

When you connect to a Wi-Fi network, you share the internet connection with other users on that network. This includes the network administrator, who has the ability to monitor your internet activity.

Network administrators can use a variety of tools to monitor your activity, including:

• Router logs: Routers often keep a log of all the websites you visit. This information can be accessed by anyone with administrative access to the router.
• Packet sniffers: Packet sniffers are software programs that can capture and analyze network traffic. This can be used to track your browsing history, as well as other sensitive information.

What Information Can Be Monitored?

The information that can be monitored by a network administrator includes:

• The websites you visit
• The time and date you visit each website
• The amount of data you transfer
• The type of device you are using

Who Can Monitor My Activity?

Anyone with administrative access to the Wi-Fi network can monitor your activity. This includes:

• Network administrators: These are the people who manage the Wi-Fi network. They have the ability to access all of the data that is logged by the router.
• Other users on the network: If someone else on the network has administrative access, they can also monitor your activity.
• Internet service providers (ISPs): ISPs can also monitor your activity on their networks. However, they are only allowed to do this with your consent.

How Can I Protect My Privacy?

There are a few things you can do to protect your privacy on a Wi-Fi network:

• Use a VPN:** A VPN encrypts your internet traffic, making it impossible for anyone to track your activity.
• Use a privacy-friendly browser:** Browsers like Firefox and Brave have privacy features that can help to block trackers.
• Be aware of the risks:** Be aware of the risks of using public Wi-Fi networks. Only use these networks if you absolutely have to, and never share sensitive information on them.