Opting out of targeted ads on web pages

I received an email today annoncing I will received targeted ads on web pages, and that I can go to the Verizon site to "opt out". I can't find where to do this.
Please note I am not asking how to opt out of emails from Verizon.
If anyone can help, it would be greatly appreciated. I have no interest in being "targeted". Thanks in advance.
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I received the same email and I am very distrubed. The thing that bothers me even more than being targeted for ads is how Verizon is purposely making it difficult if not impossible to find the Opt Out Page. As soon as you click on the link it SHOULD take you to the Opt Out Page. It would be VERY EASY for Verizon to set it up this way. But Verizon is requiring you sign in first - once signed in - it does not take you to the page - you have to search for it. Their web site is NOT USER FRIENDLY! I searched for the Opt Out Page, then searched for a way to email or chat with a rep at Verizon. I couldn't find any of it.
Shows a very big lack of integrity and customer service. Will be looking for another carrier to do business with.

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