Wearables — from smartwatches to fitness trackers — collect sensitive data like heart rates, sleep patterns, and even GPS locations. While useful, this data can be valuable to advertisers or cybercriminals.
To stay safe:
- Check privacy policies before buying.
- Limit location tracking to only when necessary.
- Update software to patch vulnerabilities.
- Use strong app permissions — don’t give your wearable access to unnecessary data.
As wearables integrate with healthcare systems, securing them will be as important as locking your front door.
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