Mobile Application Data Privacy Risk Checklist
1. Data Collection
List all personal data collected by the app.
Specify the purpose for each type of data collected.
Minimize data collection to only what is necessary.
2. User Consent
Obtain explicit user consent before data collection.
Provide users with clear privacy policies.
Allow users to withdraw consent easily.
3. Data Storage & Security
Store all user data securely (e.g., encryption).
Limit data access to authorized personnel/app components only.
Implement secure data transmission (e.g., HTTPS).
4. Third-party Sharing
Disclose all third-party data sharing practices.
Review and document all third-party SDKs and privacy policies.
Obtain user consent for third-party data sharing.
5. User Rights
Provide mechanisms for users to access, modify, or delete their data.
Allow users to export their data when requested.
Inform users about their privacy rights.
6. Compliance & Review
Ensure app compliance with relevant regulations (e.g., GDPR, CCPA).
Regularly review and update app privacy practices.
Document any privacy risks and mitigations identified.