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My grocery store's new scan-and-go system tracks all my purchases
I started using the scan-and-go app at my usual store to skip lines. It's fast and I don't have to carry cash. But now I see ads online for things I just bought. Makes me wonder who else can see my shopping list. Like, what if my insurance company thinks I eat too much junk? Has anyone else dealt with this? Looking for tips on keeping some spending private without going back to cash.
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craig.alex3mo ago
Got the same creepy ads after using scan-and-go. What worked for me was buying store gift cards with cash. I load one up every few weeks for groceries. Pays for stuff without linking directly to my bank account or loyalty profile. It's a hassle, but stops some tracking. Like @paulw53 mentioned, these systems know way too much.
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blair_ward393mo ago
Yeah I read that rumor about insurance companies checking shopping data, like your junk food example.
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