Infographic: Sneaky Apps & Your Private Information

written by Houke de Kwant on July 14, 2012

In response to multiple instances of popular mobile applications misusing their users’ private data, backgroundcheck.org compiled a handy infographic that showcases the problem, points out some of the worst offenders, and discusses best practices for both app developers and their users… As our lives become increasingly digital it’s easy to share more and more information online and with our phones. Yet some of those sites and apps you use may not be as trustworthy as you think. How can you protect yourself? Take a look:

Compiled By: BackgroundCheck.org