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Dating apps under fire for privacy failings, warns Mozilla Report

  • Dating apps like Tinder and Bumble face criticism for neglecting user privacy, says Mozilla. Their report flags 22 platforms for failing basic security standards, amid a shift towards younger, tech-savvy users.
  • Despite efforts to regain popularity, apps resort to intrusive data practices. Shockingly, 90% share or sell personal data, with Match Group singled out for vague policies. Zoë MacDonald of *Privacy Not Included condemns these practices, calling them dealbreakers.
  • The gravity of privacy breaches was highlighted by The Wall Street Journal, exposing exploitation on platforms like Grindr. While some apps use AI for safety, concerns persist about data misuse in matchmaking. Mozilla urges apps to protect users' data to foster meaningful connections.

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