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Data Collection

Data Management

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When a service gathers information about you.

Definition

Data collection is when an app, website, or device gathers information about you—like your email, location, or usage.

In plain English When a service gathers information about you.

Why this matters

Why it matters: The more data collected, the easier it is to track you or expose you in a leak.

Example

Example: A weather app collects your location to show local forecasts.

Apps Using Data Collection

Examples of apps that implement or relate to this privacy concept

Brave Browser logo

Brave Browser

Privacy Score: 71

Brave is a web browser that blocks many ads and trackers automatically, so websites collect less ...

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Mull logo

Mull

Privacy Score: 80

Mull is a privacy-friendly web browser with tracking protection. It helps you keep more control o...

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Ungoogled Chromium logo

Ungoogled Chromium

Privacy Score: 76

Ungoogled Chromium is a version of Chromium that removes Google’s built-in services to reduce cal...

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Tuta Drive logo

Tuta Drive

Privacy Score: 79

A planned encrypted cloud storage service focused on post‑quantum security and zero‑knowledge des...

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LineageOS logo

LineageOS

Privacy Score: 72

Privacy-friendly mobile operating system you can use without creating an account.

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Aurora Store logo

Aurora Store

Privacy Score: 72

Privacy-oriented app store designed to reduce tracking compared to mainstream options.

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