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DNS app asking for my location. How bad is that? (lemmy.blahaj.zone)

submitted 3 days ago by Battle_Masker@lemmy.blahaj.zone to c/privacy@lemmy.ml

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I'm working on an old tablet and couldn't figure out how to switch to dns over https, so I got an app that assisted. I found one that only had 1000 downloads, no reviews, and just someone's name as the creator so I thought it was safe, but it's asking for my location to scan wifi signals. Is that phishy or standard issue?

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[–] birdwing@lemmy.blahaj.zone 3 points 3 days ago (1 children)

Some people don't realise it immediately, though. What would you say for that one?

[–] irmadlad@lemmy.world 3 points 2 days ago

Well, for one, I'm not giving OP the piss for downloading the app. We all get suckered at one time or another. However, as I highlited, 1000 downloads, no reviews, and just someone’s name, is cause to pause and do some diligent searches regarding the app. If it were legit, most likely you'll find someone who has used the app and voiced their opinion. For instance, when I go to github, the first thing I want to see is when was the last activity, how many stars, how mature is the project, read the issue tracking section, etc. After a while you get a spidey sense about stuff.

Be cautious and verify.