Google tests new privacy feature for Chrome users
(MENAFN) google is currently testing a new feature designed to enhance the security and privacy of millions of Google chrome users by blocking access to the camera and GPS. This initiative aims to reduce the frequent security issues that users encounter, providing them with better control over their data. Soon, Android users will be able to dictate which websites can use their location and camera, significantly tightening security measures.
The automatic revocation of device location and camera access permissions through Google Chrome will ensure that random websites cannot access users' data without explicit permission. This feature is particularly important for Android users, who have been more vulnerable to privacy breaches due to Chrome's capability to access the device's location, camera, and occasionally microphones. By implementing this new control, Chrome on Android will prevent the app from infringing on users' privacy without their consent, ensuring that unauthorized sites won't be able to use their data.
Many users visit numerous websites casually and unknowingly grant these sites access to their camera and location data on their phones or computers. In the past, Google may not have prioritized user privacy as much, but this new feature represents a significant shift. It provides a convenient option for those who might forget to revoke such permissions, enhancing their overall privacy and security.
Google has introduced a protective banner aimed at safeguarding Chrome users on both computers and Android devices from websites attempting to access their location and camera. This feature, which is currently in a closed beta version of Chrome, is expected to be officially released next month. By testing this feature, Google aims to ensure that it effectively prevents unauthorized access to users' data, providing a much-needed privacy shield for millions of Chrome users.
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