Fitness app Strava has built a business on creating friendly competition between strangers via mutual data sharing. But with around half of female joggers having been harassed while running, awareness around the impact of digital security on offline safety is increasing, and Strava has come under fire.

Although many people may be suspicious of how firms like Facebook use their personal info, they’re unlikely to stop using their services entirely. Enter Swipe, an app that gives its users access to the social network without having to install the official app on their phone.

People's privacy fears aren’t always directed at big tech firms. A new study has found that two-thirds of Aussies passlock their phones, with identity theft, exposure of naked pics and social media pranks their top concerns. After all, you may not want just anyone to see everything on your device.

Two-thirds of Americans don’t feel safe in their own homes, which makes domestic security a lucrative market. New research suggests privacy is more important than ever, especially for wealthy consumers; it ranks above all other qualities and amenities on the home-buying shopping list.