Will be interesting to see how this plays out. (Have to sign in to read the whole article, but you can see the first couple paragraphs.)

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[–] 11 points 7 months ago (7 children)

What does reddit know other than an email?

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  • [–] 14 points 7 months ago* (last edited 7 months ago)

    With browser fingerprinting and data brokers we should assume that any website we visit has enough information to lead an interested party to our real identity, even if you hide your IP address. Add to that AI analysis of your writing style, the times when you post, the profile of your interest in various subreddits, and any clues you let slip in your comments. If they want to find you and you didn't take special steps to disguise yourself, they won't have much trouble.

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  • [–] 8 points 7 months ago (1 child)

    IP address. If you also don’t have a hardened browser, fingerprinting and cross-site cookies can help gather more info to identify you. If they were using the official mobile app, then it has likely access to a lot of identifying information on their phone as well.

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