• BKBenji@lemmy.world
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    2 years ago

    Remember folks, if the product or service is free to use, it’s likely the actual product is you and your data.

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      Honestly though, peoples priorities are wierd. Refuse to use Epic while handing over waaayy more sensitive data to Google.

      If you’re concerned about data collection, start with changing your search engine. Then maybe your browser. Then your email provider…

      (Written from GrapheneOS)

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      2 years ago

      In this case I think it’s mostly to get people to use the App regularely and so expose more people to the store.

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        It’s usually both. It’s like cable TV; pay money for the service and still watch ads.