CHIME & WEDI “Think Before You Click” Cheat Sheets
Date
Sun, May 1, 2022, 05:00 AM
THINK BEFORE YOU CLICK!
FIVE TIPS TO HELP YOU PROTECT YOUR HEALTH DATA AND STAY SAFE WHEN USING HEALTH APPS*
1 .DOWNLOAD FROM TRUSTED APP STORES AND USE A STRONG PASSWORD
Official app stores are more likely to have healthcare apps that have gone through the minimum-security review of first party stores. Use a unique and strong password when you create an account with a health app.
2. CAREFULLY READ THE PRIVACY TERMS AND CONDITIONS
While the legal writing may be confusing, understanding if the app is protected by federal law or is storing your sensitive health data in a vulnerable place can help protect you from someone stealing your data.
3. FIND OUT WHAT DATA THE APP IS COLLECTING
Not every app collects just the data you think its collecting. Make sure you understand exactly what data they capture and store before you click accept on data sharing prompts.
4. DETERMINE WHERE THE APP WAS DEVELOPED AND DATA IS STORED
Who develops and where the app was developed could impact how they use, store, and share your sensitive health data. If you are uncomfortable with who the developer is or where the app was developed choose an alternative.
5. KNOW IF THE APP SHARES OR SELLS YOUR DATA
Some applications – especially ones marketed as free – make money by sharing or selling your data, sometimes without you even knowing it. Be sure you know what the app is doing with your data and never authorize the app to share your data on social media.
*For more information on U.S. government resources or to report data misuse visit www.consumer.ftc.gov
CHIME and WEDI have developed the “THINK BEFORE YOU CLICK” resource to assist consumers who are looking to share their health information with third-party apps. This initiative, which includes a 5-step checklist, is designed to educate and empower consumers to take the appropriate precautions prior to the transmission of health information to third-party apps. The checklist is non-branded and is made available at no cost to any organization seeking to educate and protect their constituents. There are three versions to allow for end users to customize the resource with their logo.
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