Following revelations yesterday regarding the use of session replay tech among big-name travel apps that recode iPhone users’ screens, Apple is now telling developers to either remove the code responsible or disclose it to users, according to a new report from TechCrunch. The punishment for failing to do so could be as severe as having the offending app forcibly removed from the App Store.
Apple confirmed to the publication that its App Store Review Guidelines prohibit this kind of activity without first gaining proper consent from a user. “Protecting user privacy is paramount in the Apple ecosystem. Our App Store Review Guidelines require that apps request explicit user consent and provide a clear visual indication when recording,…
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This news first appeared on https://www.theverge.com/2019/2/7/18216143/apple-iphone-ios-session-replay-screen-recording-crackdown under the title “Apple is telling developers to disclose secret screen recordings or face ‘immediate action’”. Bolchha Nepal is not responsible or affiliated towards the opinion expressed in this news article.
