Chrome: The Data-Hungry Browser That Can’t Keep a Secret
Who’s the slurpiest mobile browser of them all? According to Surfshark, it’s Chrome, hoarding 20 data types, including your deepest secrets and maybe even your grocery list. The slurping showdown sees Safari, Bing, and Pi Browser trailing behind, but Chrome’s data buffet remains unrivaled. Surfshark’s analysis serves up a privacy reality check.
Hot Take:
Mirror, mirror, on the wall, who’s the slurpiest browser of them all? Spoiler alert: it’s Chrome, and it’s not even close. While Chrome might be the reigning king of speed and functionality, it’s also the reigning champion of data collection—making it the slurpiest of the slurpers in the kingdom of mobile browsers. So, if you’re looking for a browser to tell all your secrets to, Chrome is your guy. Just be prepared for him to gossip a little.
Key Points:
- Surfshark’s research identifies Chrome as the top data collector among mobile browsers.
- Chrome collects 20 different data types, including financial details and location.
- Bing ranks second, collecting 12 types of data, with Pi Browser, Safari, and Firefox trailing behind.
- Browsers like Brave and Tor collect the least data, focusing on user privacy.
- Data collection practices are influenced by integration with other services like Google Maps and Search.