Another reason for hyper vigilance re: privacy

[Socalman]

Have you ever noticed that when you install an app on any smart phone it tells you it wants access to things like your contacts, location, etc.? Most people just click ok and install. My apps do NOT NEED access to my contacts.

[realist]

Have you ever noticed that when you install an app on any smart phone it tells you it wants access to things like your contacts, location, etc.? Most people just click ok and install. My apps do NOT NEED access to my contacts.

The only time an app needs my location is Google Maps. As for the others wanting my contact no chance. I am quite sure none of my contacts need any more spam than they are already getting..........

[ladyhk13]

The only time an app needs my location is Google Maps. As for the others wanting my contact no chance. I am quite sure none of my contacts need any more spam than they are already getting..........

I use my iPad for maps and have the locator turned off. I can read a map so know where I'm starting from and follow directions from my town to where I want to go. They don't need my address. I have a basic flip phone with no internet access, no texting, photos or anything else. Call...leave a message..that's it. Under the radar...Gray Girl.