Google to destroy data collected from the incognito Chrome browsing option as part of its settlement in a U.S. lawsuit, The Wall Street Journal reports. Additionally, Google must also update what user data it collects during private browsing and "maintain a change to Incognito mode that enables users to block third-party cookies by default." While damages are not included in the settlement, it does allow for users to file individual claims.
1 April 2024
Google to delete user data to settle 'incognito' privacy lawsuit
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