Google Docs
Google Docs is a legitimate productivity app with no dangerous permissions and strong encryption in transit. However, Google's data collection for ad targeting and the lack of end-to-end encryption mean Google can read document content. For users comfortable with Google's ecosystem, the risk is acceptable.
How we got to 22.
Extensive usage telemetry, document metadata, and behavioral signals for user profiling
Data shared with advertising partners and analytics vendors
Google can read document content; no E2E option available
Proprietary code prevents independent security audits
Zero permissions - appropriate for a cloud document editor
TLS 1.2+ for all data between app and Google servers
Google - no known major breaches specific to Docs
Documents encrypted on Google servers, but Google holds keys
Data processing agreements, user controls for export and deletion
Hidden inside the code.
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