Reviewing DeepSeek's Privacy Policy
I recently reviewed DeepSeek's privacy policy. There are legitimate concerns regarding DeepSeek's privacy practices, including extensive data collection, data storage in China, and broad data sharing within the corporate group.
Privacy experts have raised alarms about the potential for data misuse and lack of transparency compared to Western AI companies.
Key Points:
Extensive Data Collection: DeepSeek gathers a wide array of user data, encompassing interactions, prompts, and even keystroke patterns, which can be sensitive personal information.
Data Storage in China: User data is stored on servers in China, leading to apprehensions about potential government access.
Broad Data Sharing: The policy suggests a broader scope for data sharing within the DeepSeek corporate group than seen in Western companies, with unclear limitations on data usage.
Concerns Raised:
Lack of Transparency: Critics argue that the policy lacks clarity on how user data is utilized and shared, fostering concerns about potential misuse.
Potential for Censorship: Given DeepSeek's Chinese roots, there are worries about compliance with Chinese censorship laws, which could impact data collection and analysis.
Click on this link and you can read DeepSeek's privacy policy for yourself.