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Go keyboard sends user data to remote servers

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GO Keyboard is one of the most popular Android keyboards. Since its launch it has been downloaded more than 200 million times, so it has the trust of users. But, now a serious violation of users' security and privacy has been discovered in this application.

GO Keyboard Sends User Data to Remote Servers

Upon investigation of keyboard applications, GO has been found to share user data with remote servers. And all this without the consent of the users. Who do not know that this happens. Among the private data that is sent are the Google account, the location or the smartphone model.

GO Keyboard shares private data

This behavior is something that violates Google Play regulations. So the application is facing a huge problem. Since applications are not allowed to collect information in a hidden way. Something this app is doing. And so far, several antivirus have detected some malware on GO Keyboard.

In addition, the application states in its privacy policy that they do not collect information from users. And they place great importance on the privacy of users. Apparently, downloading the application to your device automatically executes the code on remote servers.

There are two versions of the GO Keyboard - Free emoticons, Emoji keyboard and GO Keyboard - Emoji, Emoticons application. Google has already been notified of this problem. Now it only remains to see what actions are taken. And to those who have the app, the recommendation is to uninstall it from your phone.

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