How to See an iPhone App’s Privacy Details Before Installing It |
- How to See an iPhone App’s Privacy Details Before Installing It
- Do VPN Companies Track Your Browsing Data?
- How to Check if Your Android Device is Certified or Not
- How to Check if Your Android Device Is Certified
- How to Change Your Status in Microsoft Teams
- How to Install the Connect App on Windows 10 (for Wireless Projection)
| How to See an iPhone App’s Privacy Details Before Installing It Posted: 12 Feb 2021 06:51 AM PST
Starting in December 2020, the iPhone app store now provides "App Privacy" labels on all of its App Store listings. Using this information, you can make an informed decision about how apps track you and respect your privacy before downloading an app. Here's how. Why Apple's Sudden Focus on Privacy?With the launch of iOS 14 last year, Apple recently began putting a stronger public focus on privacy issues in smartphones and the apps that run on them. It's a way for Apple to differentiate itself from its competitors, and if done well, Apple's privacy safeguards can benefit its customers. Until recently, the ways iPhone and iPad apps could track you or use your personal data wasn't entirely transparent to the user. Apple has set out to change that with new App Store labels that represent a sort of "Nutritional Label" for digital privacy. At a glance, you are now able to see the privacy performance of each app and decide whether it fits your personal comfort level. RELATED: All the New iPhone Privacy Features in iOS 14 How to Check an App's Privacy Label on the iPhone App StoreFirst, open the App Store on your iPhone. While browsing the App Store, locate the entry for the app whose privacy you'd like to check and tap it. In the app's detailed listing, scroll down until you see the "App Privacy" section.
Under "App Privacy," you'll see a summary of privacy information that the app's developer reported to Apple. Here are the three main sections and what they mean:
Each app uses data in different ways, so you might not see some of these sections on some apps. For example, the Facebook app page does not include a "Data Not Linked to You" section, but for Signal, that is the only section applicable. To get more details on any of these sections, tap the "See Details" button located just beside the "App Privacy" header.
After tapping, you'll see a detailed page that lists data collected in those three potential categories (although not all three apply to all apps). In some cases, this detailed page will further break it down into subcategories, such as "Third-Party Advertising" and "Developer's Advertising or Marketing."
The list of possible data points is too long to explore completely here, but it's impressive how detailed the privacy details screen can be. For an extreme example, check out the Facebook app's App Privacy details page, and you'll be scrolling for six or seven screen lengths. As you may have seen in the news, Facebook isn't happy that Apple is putting some of its tracking habits out into the open. What If I Don't Like the Way an App Uses My Data?If you find yourself reviewing the App Privacy information on the App Store and not liking what you see, you could do a few things. The first option is to not install the app. There may be an alternative on the app store that respects your privacy better (for example, using Signal instead of WhatsApp). The second option is to politely ask the developer to create a less privacy-invasive version of its app or service, but the odds are generally long against that one. Over time, we can potentially hope that Apple's new privacy labels will apply general pressure on the app industry to be more mindful about what information it collects as well as how that information gets used. Until then, at least we have Apple's new App Privacy section in our arsenal. As the old saying goes, knowledge is power.  |
| Do VPN Companies Track Your Browsing Data? Posted: 12 Feb 2021 05:48 AM PST  People use VPNs to protect their privacy from hackers, ISPs, and data thieves. But do VPNs themselves collect your browsing data and sell it to third parties? Here's what you need to know. Here's the main point: You're placing an immense amount of trust in the VPN provider you use. Choose carefully! Do you trust your VPN provider more than your internet service provider? VPNs Can Track You, and They MightThe main selling point of using Virtual Private Networks, or VPNs, is to protect your privacy. They prevent attacks from malicious hackers, stop your internet service provider (ISP) from peeking at your traffic, and mask your information to websites that may collect your personal data. While these claims are generally true, there is one party that you should still be cautious about: the VPN companies themselves. Before we get into how a VPN may track your browsing data, we'll explain how a VPN works. A VPN essentially routes your internet connection, provided by your ISP, through a secure, encrypted network powered by the VPN. This changes the IP address that websites can see while simultaneously obscuring your ISP's ability to see your traffic. These encrypted networks can simulate different IP addresses and locations, which is how you can trick a streaming service like Netflix into thinking you're in a different country. In this process, your traffic is passing through a third party, the VPN company's server. A VPN company may log all the traffic passing through their system, which essentially gives them a full picture of a user's online browsing behavior. While most reputable VPNs do not spy on their users and have no incentive to do so, it can happen, and there are several examples of this happening. RELATED: What Is a VPN, and Why Would I Need One? VPN Spying IncidentsThe most high-profile incident of a VPN spying on its users came to light in 2018, with a controversy surrounding the Facebook-owned Onavo Protect app. Facebook released a VPN that claimed to protect and encrypt user traffic. Still, in reality, it was collecting sensitive information from users, such as websites they browsed and apps they opened on their devices. While Facebook did disclose that the app would forward information to Facebook, people that did not read the fine print may not have noticed. Facebook would then funnel this data into the Facebook Research program, which powered Facebook ad sales and business development initiatives. It would also give Facebook insight into how users browsed competing apps, like Snapchat. You can read more on what happened in our piece on Onavo Protect. Besides that, dozens of free VPNs were found to be spying on their users. A piece from Buzzfeed News reported that Sensor Analytics, an analytics platform used by investors and developers, owned multiple free VPN apps that collected user information without their knowledge. These apps had millions of downloads and did not explicitly state who they were owned by. The company would then migrate this browsing data into their analytics platform. You should be especially cautious of VPNs that are free and do not seem to have a paid version or clear business model. There is a chance that these apps make a profit by harvesting user data and selling them to third parties. RELATED: Don’t Use Facebook’s Onavo VPN: It’s Designed to Spy On You No-Logging Policies & VPNsSo should you use a VPN? If you do your research and select a paid VPN with a good reputation, then the chances are low that your VPN is spying on you. The best way to avoid incidents like these is to look for VPNs with no-logging policies. These policies are an assurance that these companies will not log user traffic at all. Many top paid VPNs such as NordVPN, ExpressVPN, and Mozilla VPN, have explicit no-logging policies on their websites and inside their apps. Having these on their websites means that they could be held liable if they break their policies. Before you sign up for a VPN, make sure that you meticulously check its website and read some trustworthy reviews first. Here are some of the questions you should ask before you sign up for even a free trial:
RELATED: The 3 Best VPN Services for 2020 Securing Your PrivacyProtecting your privacy does not end with owning a VPN. There are plenty of ways that you can expose yourself if you aren't careful. Even something as simple as using identical passwords across different websites can compromise your security. And if you sign in to websites, you can be tracked by that site even if you're using a VPN. If you're signed in to Google with bob@gmail.com and you switch on a VPN—well, Google still knows that you are bob@gmail.com. Cookies on your browser stores can also identify you to websites, even after you connect to a VPN.  |
| How to Check if Your Android Device is Certified or Not Posted: 12 Feb 2021 01:45 AM PST As of now, there are hundreds of Android devices available on the marketplace. We have smartphone manufacturers like Samsung, Xiaomi, etc., who have been making good smartphones. However, if you have operated multiple Android devices before, you may know that the OS looks different depending on the manufacturer. Phone manufacturers often have their own skin. Some of them even add new features or modifies the existing ones to the operating system. This is what makes each Android device different from others. Since each Android device gets access to the Play Store and Play Protect, Google has made a list of requirements that must be met for a machine to pass a compatibility test. Also Read: How to Check if your Device is Running On 32-Bit or 64-Bit Android. Steps to Check if Your Android Device is Certified or NotA compatibility test is essential, especially if you are privacy and security-conscious user. The phone that passes all Google's compatibility test was listed as a 'Certified' device on the Play Store. This article will share a detailed guide on how to check whether your Android device is certified or not. Let's check out. Step 1. First of all, open Google Play Store on your Android device.
Step 2. Now tap on the hamburger menu icon located in the top-left corner.
Step 3. From the list of options, select 'Settings.'
Step 4. Now scroll down and find the 'About' Section. Check the status under the 'Play Protect Certification.' It will say whether your device is certified or uncertified.
What if my device is uncertified?If your device isn't playing protect certified, Google doesn't have a record of Android compatibility test results. If your device isn't playing protect certified, may not be secure, may not get Android system updates, may not get app updates, and may raise security issues. What to do if my device isn't certified?You can't do much here. If your phone isn't playing protect certified, you can contact your device manufacturer and ask for a thoroughly tested, certified device. If you have a rooted device, the chances are that it will show you 'uncertified' status. For more details about the Play Protect certification, we recommend checking the article on this link. The web page listed every detail about Android certifications. So, this article is all about how to check if your Android device is certified in 2021. If you have any doubts related to this, let us know in the comment box below. I hope this article helped you! Please share it with your friends also.  |
| How to Check if Your Android Device Is Certified Posted: 11 Feb 2021 11:29 AM PST Android devices vary wildly in features, and the operating system itself can look drastically different depending on the manufacturer. Despite all that variance, there is some important consistency for security's sake. We'll show you how to check whether your Android device is certified. First of all, what does it mean to have a "certified" Android phone or tablet? Google has a list of requirements that must be met in order for a device to pass a compatibility test. Manufacturers submit devices, and if they pass the test, they are certified. This compatibility test is meant to ensure consistency across Android phones and tablets. These devices get access to the Google Play Store and Google Play Protect, which is a safety check for any apps and games you have. RELATED: What Is an “Uncertified” Android Device? An uncertified device may not get the latest security updates, and there's no way to verify that the apps installed on it are authentic. Some Google apps are also banned from working on uncertified Android devices. The vast majority of Android phones and tablets are certified. It's not something that the average Android user needs to worry about. The most common thing that can cause a device to become uncertified is rooting or using a custom ROM. Regardless, you may want to find out whether your device is certified or not. Thankfully, it's very easy to check. First, open the Google Play Store on your Android phone or tablet. Next, tap the hamburger menu icon in the top-left corner to open the sidebar menu.
Select "Settings" from the menu.
Scroll down to the "About" section. Under "Play Protect Certification," it will say whether your device is certified or uncertified.
That's it! If you find that your device is uncertified and you haven't modified it, you can check Google's list of supported Android devices to see whether yours is included. RELATED: What Are Android Skins?  |
| How to Change Your Status in Microsoft Teams Posted: 11 Feb 2021 09:56 AM PST
When you're working remotely, you need to let people know if you're available or not. Microsoft Teams has a visible status you can change depending on your availability so your colleagues know whether they can bother you or not. Your status is displayed as a colored circle next to your profile. You can see this at all times in the top-right corner of Teams.
You can also see a person's status in their profile next to a chat.
Microsoft Teams will change your status automatically under certain circumstances, such as when you're in a meeting or video call, or if you've been inactive for a period of time. But you can also change it manually as well. To do this, click on your profile in the top-right corner of the Teams application, select your current status, and change your status to whatever you want.
You can also set how long you want to remain in a particular status by clicking "Duration."
Choose the status that you want and how long you want to remain in that status.
Your status will automatically change back to "Available" when the duration is complete (or "Busy" if the end of the duration is at a time when you're in a meeting or call). You can also change your status from the Search box at the top of Microsoft Teams by typing in one of the following commands:
If you like a keyboard shortcut, Ctrl+e will take you to the search box. So, to set your status to "Do not disturb" without leaving your keyboard, it's Ctrl+e, followed by "/dnd."
However, you can't set a duration in the Search box, so if you want to automatically change back to "Available" at a certain time, you'll have to use your mouse. The different statuses are fairly self-explanatory, but there are a few useful things to know. Available: (The green circle) is the default status when you are logged in to Teams and are not in a meeting or call. If you lock your device or are idle for a long time, Teams will automatically change your status to "Away." If you're using Teams on a phone or tablet, Teams will also change your status to "Away" when you're using a different app and Teams is in the background. Busy: (The red circle) is the status Teams will automatically change you to when you RELATED: How to Configure Microsoft Teams Notifications Do not disturb: (The red circle with the white bar across it) will prevent notifications from popping up. Teams will never change your status from "Do not disturb," so you'll need to remember to change it back to "Available" yourself. Be right back: (The yellow circle) indicates that you're temporarily away and will be back soon. It looks identical to "Away," but when your colleagues hover over your profile, they'll see that you're set to "Be right back" rather than "Away." Appear away: (The yellow circle) is identical to "Away" and "Be right back," and gives other people the impression that Teams doesn't have your focus. You'll still get message notifications. Appear offline: (The white circle with an "x" in it) gives other people the impression that you're not signed in to Teams. You'll still get message notifications. As with "Appear away," you need to make sure that this won't give the impression that you're not actually working, so perhaps discuss it with the rest of your team and manager so that you'll all use it in the same way.  |
| How to Install the Connect App on Windows 10 (for Wireless Projection) Posted: 11 Feb 2021 08:46 AM PST
If you use Miracast to project another device's screen to your Windows PC, you might be surprised to learn that starting with the May 2020 update, the Connect app is no longer included with Windows 10 by default. Luckily, you can still download it from Microsoft. Here's how. First, open Settings. To do so quickly, click the "gear" icon in your Start menu or press Windows+i on the keyboard.
In "Settings," click "Apps."
In "Apps & features," click "Optional features."
In "Optional features," click "Add a feature," which has a square plus (+) button beside it.
When the "Add an optional feature" window appears, scroll down until you find "Wireless Display." Place a checkmark beside it, then click "Install." The Wireless Display feature includes that Connect app that was once part of Windows 10 by default.
After that, you'll return to the "Optional features" screen and see a progress bar as "Wireless Display" downloads and installs. When it's done, it will say "Installed."
The Connect app is now installed. To launch and use the Connect app, open your Start menu, type "Connect," then select the Connect app from the list.
The Connect app will open, and your Windows 10 PC will be ready to receive a remote video connection. Happy wireless projecting! RELATED: How to Cast Your Windows or Android Display to a Windows 10 PC  |
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