Is it normal person knows i use the site-- what should i do?

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I was reading something from a newspaper article to a close family member, and despite it being completely unrelated to the topic they asked if what was from that 'is it normal site'. They played dumb and did not say that they knew I use the site, but they must do. What are the chances of someone so close to me also finding this site? It was easy to see through, and they must have invaded my privacy or found it while using my computer or some such thing. I feel uncomfortable using the site as I value my anonymity. I don't know what to do now. Any advice?

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  • [Old Memory]
    10 years ago

    I've actually refered quite a few people from real life here and personally know a couple users here. Everyone in my real life already knows I'm a weirdo anyways.

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  • lolol555
    10 years ago

    Make a new account if it causes too much discomfort.

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  • Avant-Garde
    10 years ago

    1. Change your account name and password.
    2. Put a password on your computer and do not leave it on or open on certain pages whilst you are away.
    3. Put these new passwords somewhere safe.
    etc.

    There is a chance that this person doesn't know that you use the site. Just, to be extra safe, stay on your toes and be vigilant. Try not to act suspicious.

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  • RoseIsabella
    10 years ago

    Don't let that person use you computer anymore and password protect it.

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  • hoppy
    10 years ago

    They don't know you use the site, they are only aware of the site.

    We're all aware of Google but do you really know what I search for despite us both having heard of Google?

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    • Anonymous Post Author
      10 years ago

      Google = everyone has heard of it

      Is It Normal = obscure website that most people don't know

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      • hoppy
        10 years ago

        I understand that relative obscurity might make you feel more exposed.

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      • RomeoDeMontague
        10 years ago

        You know this is a website. There is a chance they would stumble upon it. It can be found a number of ways like maybe asking "Is it normal..." Oh look a website. If they know you use the site they might not know your user. maybe they saw you on the computer or typing it on your phone. Its silly to think you are so special you are not the only one here. People stumble across it.

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  • dom180
    10 years ago

    A friend I had on Facebook shared a post on this site once. It was someone I didn't know awfully well so they couldn't possibly have known I use IIN, but it kind of freaked me out because it was unexpected.

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  • kittykat9930
    10 years ago

    As long as you're not logged in, I don't see why that person would find out what you post :P Delete history if possible! I'd be a little mortified if my family found out what I commented on or posted!

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  • 69
    10 years ago

    now you have to kill them

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    • 8-Evil-Waffles
      10 years ago

      Quickly, they know too much

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  • cool-bean
    10 years ago

    Okay, it depends on what site. If it's on Google images or something, not so easy to 'erase' it. But if it's something like this, I would delete my account and make another. But I wouldn't be worried too much over it ... ;)

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  • Loeyyiiero
    10 years ago

    Just stop. You make yourself look like a bitch if you carry on. Just revel in the fact that you still have the internet, and post what you want to who you want.

    Basically, GROW SOME BALLS!

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  • myboyfriendsbitch
    10 years ago

    Chances are your friend uses the site and doesn't want you to discover their IIN identity either.

    I do tell my close friends about this site and hope they use it, but at the same time I don't want to interact with them on here. If I see a post that I think a friend might have written I try to avoid it. I just hope they find it as helpful and entertaining as I do.

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  • [Old Memory]
    10 years ago

    I don't think it matters much. I mean it's just IIN.

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  • Shackleford96
    10 years ago

    If people I know found out I use this site, I'd stop using it. Simple as that.

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