Uninstalled Apps Can Still Access Your Data
Did you know that even after uninstalling, certain apps can still access your data? Learn what settings to change to protect your privacy.
Uninstalled Apps Aren’t Gone Completely
When you uninstall an app, it may disappear from your home screen, but it often remains in your phone’s settings. From there, it can continue to collect your data and confidential information.
How to Stop Uninstalled Apps from Accessing Data
To prevent uninstalled apps from stealing your data, follow these steps:
- Go to Settings and Select Google Option
- Open the settings on your smartphone and click on the “Google” option.
- Choose Data and Privacy
- In the Google menu, click on “Data and Privacy.”
- After that, select “Third-Party Apps and Services.”
- View and Manage Installed and Uninstalled Apps
- You’ll see a list of all installed and uninstalled apps.
- Click on the uninstalled apps, then select “Access and Connection Delete.”
Protect Your Data from Being Shared
By following these steps, you can ensure that uninstalled apps won’t continue to access or share your data. Make sure to update these settings regularly for better privacy.
