The Polytechnic University of Madrid, together with experts from Carnegie Mellon University, conducted a study on the subject that produced a rather alarming result. privacy For Android users.
The study stated which Apps that collect the most information from their usersThe first of these is TikTok and the dating app Tinder. But the list is long and includes the most used ‘apps’ around the world.
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The analysis, using advanced artificial intelligence and cybersecurity analysis techniques, revealed the following: More than 80% of apps that transfer personal data from your phone do not comply with GDPR transparency requirements and share user information without their knowledge.
The research also shows that these ‘apps’ share data with large companies such as Google and Meta.
Because of this alarming figure University research has published a list of the apps that collect the most information from people.
Regarding the list, the investigation showed that: Facebook It is the ‘application’ that gets the most information from its users. If in second place instagramIn the third, Tinder; and in the fourth, tiktok.
• Facebook.
• On Instagram.
• Tinder.
• TikTok.
• On Twitter.
• YouTube.
• Google Maps.
• What’s up.
• Spotify.
• Netflix
The information ‘Apps’ collect depends on the type of data required to use them.
Some They have personal information, contact information, location, financial status, health, communication or entertainment information.
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These applications learn your name, email address, phone number, date of birth, gender, profile photo, contact list, call history or your last location.
“The research results underscore the urgent need for greater oversight and control of the privacy practices of mobile applications,” the researchers said.
Moreover, Users must be more aware of the platforms they use and the information they provide on their devices.
GERALDINE BAJONERO VÁSQUEZ
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