Google Chrome’s “Incognito” mode is supposed to let you browse the internet without saving your browsing history or cookies. But there’s been a legal issue about how private it really is. Last year, Google settled a class-action lawsuit regarding its handling of data collected during Incognito browsing sessions. Now, new details have emerged about the settlement terms, revealing significant changes to how Google will handle user data in Incognito mode. In this article, we shall discuss more on Google Chrome Incognito lawsuit settlement.
Google Chrome Incognito lawsuit settlement:
The settlement involves Google deleting billions of data records it collected from users’ private browsing sessions. This move comes after accusations that Google improperly collected data during these sessions. As part of the settlement, Google will also make a change to Chrome’s Incognito mode. For the next five years, users will have the option to block third-party cookies by default while using Incognito mode.
Google’s response to the lawsuit was mixed. While they called the lawsuit “meritless,” they agreed to the complainants’ demands. A Google spokesperson stated that they are willing to delete old technical data that wasn’t linked to individuals or used for personalization. This settlement marks a significant step in addressing privacy concerns surrounding Google Chrome’s Incognito mode. Users can expect more privacy protection and control over their data while browsing in Incognito mode in the coming years.
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