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Saying “yes” before something happens (like tracking).

Definition

Opt‑in means a feature (like tracking) is off until you actively choose to turn it on.

In plain English Saying “yes” before something happens (like tracking).

Why this matters

Why it matters: It gives you control and prevents silent data collection.

Example

Example: You must turn on personalized ads before the app uses your data for them.