Google hit with a huge fine over how it handled people’s location data
Google was fined €403 million by Ireland’s privacy regulator for not being clear enough about how it collected and used people’s location information. The case highlights that location settings on popular apps and phones may share more about your movements than many people realize.
Who is at risk
Anyone who uses Google services on a phone, tablet, or computer and has location-related settings turned on may be at risk of sharing more movement data than expected.
What to watch for
Watch for apps or accounts that have location tracking, location history, or personalized ad settings enabled without you realizing it.
What to do
Review your Google account and device privacy settings now, turn off location history or other location-sharing features you do not want, and delete stored location history if available.