Thursday, 8 April 2021, 11:49 am
Understanding Worldwide Private Information Collection on
Android
Data has become the commodity that sustains
much of the digital ecosystem. As smart devices, especially
smartphones, become more central in our daily life, mobiles
phones are turned into reliable sources of rich information
about us (e.g., where you go, what activities you do,
etc.).
Most mobile apps request access to some sort of
information about you and obtain certain permissions on the
device you are using. In most cases, information is shared
and device permissions are enabled with your explicit
consent.
Once the consent is given, however, it is
Press Release – NortonLifeLock Understanding Worldwide Private Information Collection on Android Data has become the commodity that sustains much of the digital ecosystem. As smart devices, especially smartphones, become more central in our daily life, mobiles phones are turned into …
Understanding Worldwide Private Information Collection on Android
Data has become the commodity that sustains much of the digital ecosystem. As smart devices, especially smartphones, become more central in our daily life, mobiles phones are turned into reliable sources of rich information about us (e.g., where you go, what activities you do, etc.).
Most mobile apps request access to some sort of information about you and obtain certain permissions on the device you are using. In most cases, information is shared and device permissions are enabled with your explicit consent.