February 9, 2024
The Period Privacy Paradox: Apps, Data, and Your Reproductive Rights
Following the overturning of Roe v. Wade, privacy experts are raising concerns about the security of data stored in period-tracking apps, as this information could potentially be used against individuals seeking or obtaining abortions. Data could be vulnerable to subpoenas, third-party sales, or data breaches. While options exist to enhance privacy, like using paid apps that store data locally or switching to manual tracking, no method is entirely risk-free. Many apps have a history of sharing user data, and period-tracking apps
