14 Million Brits Risk Data Dilemmas: The Hilarious Truth About Old Phones
The ICO warns that 14 million UK adults don’t know how to wipe personal data from their mobile devices. As many plan to upgrade this Christmas, their privacy could be at risk. A little digital decluttering could save your secrets—and maybe even your wallet—this festive season.
Hot Take:
It seems like the UK is entering a new age of digital hoarding! Who knew that unwanted mobile phones would become the new-age porcelain figurines, decorating shelves across the nation while harboring secrets potentially juicier than a tabloid headline? If only our unused phones could spill the tea on our data, we’d all be in for a wild ride this Christmas!
Key Points:
- The ICO warns that 14 million UK adults are clueless about wiping data from their mobile devices.
- 27% of people plan to buy new devices this Christmas, but 29% don’t know how to wipe their old ones.
- The average Brit has three unused devices at home, with many hoarding due to personal information concerns.
- 24% of people find wiping data too difficult, and 14% of young adults wouldn’t bother at all.
- ICO offers support to help declutter and secure personal data, while also promoting recycling old devices.
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