The Privacy Problems Hidden in Your Period Tracker Apps

The privacy problems hidden in your period tracker

Mozilla's investigation reveals that popular period trackers like Stardust and Spot On often share sensitive health data with companies like Google and Meta. While some apps like Euki keep data strictly on your device, others send reproductive details to third parties without clear consent. I explore how these apps handle your privacy, the risks of cloud storage, and which trackers you can actually trust to keep your health information safe.

"Data collected from a period tracking app can be part of a whole tapestry woven from many different threads of surveillance, and that can be very revealing."