From pushing dangerous health fads to spying on US journalists, TikTok has attracted an impressive range of controversies for such a young app. Above all else, it is viewed with suspicion for its handling of user data. But is the fear justified? Here’s what you need to know about the TikTok privacy debate.
I live under a rock. What is TikTok?
TikTok is a social media app based around short-form video. It was launched internationally in 2017 and has since become one of the most popular social media apps with over one billion monthly active users, almost half of which are between the ages of 16 and 25. TikTok and its Chinese counterpart Douyin are owned by Beijing-based ByteDance.
I’m too old for TikTok. Do I have to think about this?
Even if you have never seen a TikTok video, the company can (and will)…
