Turn off these 3 default settings on your iPhone NOW before it’s too late!

Ever felt like your phone is “listening” to you? That’s because it’s constantly collecting data and sharing it with apps to build a digital profile, including details like your device ID, name, email, and user behavior. However, you can stop this by using the “App Track Transparency” feature on your device, which lets you see which apps are tracking you and what data they’re collecting.

To check, go to the privacy settings, click on track, and if the “allow apps to request to track” is on, your apps could be monitoring your usage, potentially exposing sensitive data if it falls into the wrong hands.

Bluetooth and WiFi

Leaving your Wi-Fi on while out and about might seem convenient, but it can put you at risk. Your phone could automatically connect to a hacker-controlled hotspot, allowing them to steal your data and install malware, even after you disconnect.

Moreover, hackers often set up these “evil twin” networks in public places like coffee shops and restaurants, disguising them as legitimate Wi-Fi networks, making it easy for your device to unknowingly connect. The NSA warns that this is a common tactic used by cybercriminals.

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