This was because the actions of swiping right, swiping left, and finding a match, all had different amounts of data, so a hacker would be able to tell which action was being made by a user.
It was found that all photos from users' phones were transmitted over HTTP (ie without encryption), which meant that anyone using the same network could get access to them.Īdditionally, while swipes, matches, and messages were all encrypted, hackers could still determine the activity of a user. This information is used to present you with targeted ads and can also be used in any other way Tinder may choose, including selling it on to third parties.įurthermore, it wasn’t until 2018 that Tinder started encrypting their pictures. The first thing to consider is that Tinder collects a lot more of your information than you might expect (more about this in the Downloading Your Tinder Data section). If these issues are concerning to you, this article will also show you how to permanently delete your Tinder account. If you are one of the millions of Tinder users looking to make a match, read on to find out more about Tinder’s security and privacy problems. The rankings we publish may take into consideration the affiliate commissions we earn for purchases through links on our website. Such standards ensure that each review is based on the independent, professional and honest examination of the reviewer, and takes into account the technical capabilities and qualities of the product together with its commercial value for users.
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