What to say to people who say this kinda of thing? Usually I just say “ok then”

  • Pons_Aelius
    link
    fedilink
    2011 months ago

    Some variation of the below:

    Can I have your phone with the messaging apps unlocked?

    Can I log into your personal email?

    Can I see your tax returns?

    Can I set up cameras and microphones in your house?

    Can I place a GPS tracker on your car?

    • Otter
      link
      fedilink
      English
      411 months ago

      It also works with opening up the info to anyone, not just you. That’s one of the key issues, even if a trusted party is accessing the info there’s a chance that a malicious party can get access too. Or the trusted party becomes malicious later (government changes, company changes hands, etc.)

      People generally don’t want everything in their home live streamed 24/7. If anything it has the potential for abuse, like if someone knows when you’ll be out of home for a few hours

    • AItoothbrush
      link
      fedilink
      English
      111 months ago

      Insurance companies in some countries give you a discount if you agree to put a tracker on your car…