Tag: privacy policy
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TikTok US Venture Expands Location Data Privacy Policy
Overview: A Privacy Policy Shift in the TikTok US Venture The launch of a new United States joint venture by TikTok is prompting a significant shift in how the company collects and uses user data. The updated privacy policy, published shortly after investors completed their deal, expands the scope of location data TikTok can acquire…
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TikTok’s US Venture Expands Location Data Collection in Privacy Policy Update
Overview: A Policy Update with Major Privacy Implications TikTok’s new joint venture in the United States has prompted a notable shift in how the platform handles user location data. Following the closure of a fresh investment deal, TikTok published an updated privacy policy that broadens the scope of location information it can collect from its…
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TikTok’s US Venture Expands Location Data Policy: What It Means for Users
Overview: A Privacy Policy Shift in a Major US Venture Reports indicate that TikTok’s new US-based joint venture has updated its privacy policy to broaden the types of location data it can collect from American users. The move comes after a deal-related milestone with investors and is part of a wider set of changes designed…
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Somalia Faces New E-Visa Security Flaw: Travelers’ Data at Risk
Overview of the Threat A new security flaw in Somalia’s electronic visa (e-visa) platform has exposed personal data of thousands of travelers, raising alarms about the privacy and safety of visitor information. The discovery comes on the heels of a widely publicized breach weeks earlier that affected tens of thousands of applicants. Together, these incidents…
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Understanding Website Cookies and Consent
What are website cookies and why they matter Cookies are small text files stored on a user’s device when they visit a website. They help remember preferences, keep users logged in, track session activity, and tailor content. While cookies can enhance convenience and performance, they also raise privacy considerations because they can collect data about…
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Understanding Cookie Consent: A Practical Guide to Web Privacy and UX
Understanding Cookie Consent Banners Cookies are small data files that websites store on your device to remember preferences, sign you in, and tailor content. To protect user privacy and comply with laws such as the GDPR, many sites present cookie consent banners before placing non-essential cookies. Understanding how these banners work helps you navigate the…