According to experts, some apps on your mobile device may be the worst data collection offenders. We'll tell you how to parse an app's privacy policy and data collection reports for keywords that signal a company's intentions when collecting, storing, and using your private information.
"I read privacy policies for a living; they're mind-numbing. People that don't read them for a living don't really stand a chance." Caltrider's observation highlights the challenges consumers face when trying to understand privacy policies.
Each privacy policy has a section that details what kinds of data the app collects. Most privacy policies also include details about the company's policies regarding sharing data with third parties.
Avoid apps that don't let you opt out of sharing data with third parties as they often pose a higher risk to your personal information.
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