How Do Researchers Use Our Blacklight Privacy Inspector Tool? | HackerNoon
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The article discusses The Markup's approach to user privacy, highlighting their dedication to not using trackers on their website. Instead, they primarily rely on direct conversations with users to gauge how well they are meeting audience needs. The piece also emphasizes the utility of the Blacklight Privacy Inspector, which has enabled more than 10 million scans since its launch in 2020. The Markup has engaged with researchers to better understand and enhance their privacy tool, revealing that users are more interested in general website privacy than specific page scans.
At The Markup, we strive to respect our users' privacy by collecting minimal data, opting instead to engage with our audience directly through conversations.
The Blacklight Privacy Inspector, utilized for over 10 million scans since its launch, has become a vital tool for researchers probing digital privacy issues.
We discovered that Blacklight users are not as keen on scanning specific pages but are more focused on general insights regarding website privacy practices.
Our commitment to no trackers on our site helps us respect user privacy while simultaneously seeking constructive feedback through direct interviews with users.
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