sdk-api-v1.singular.net: Singular’s Mobile Data Harvesting

Singular’s tracker, sdk-api-v1.singular.net, is embedded in mobile apps to monitor your usage and behavior for marketing attribution. It gathers invasive data, threatening your privacy. Privacy Auditors are here to detail its impact and protection methods.

What Is sdk-api-v1.singular.net?

Singular is a marketing analytics platform that tracks user actions across apps to measure ad effectiveness. Its SDK collects detailed data, undermining your control over personal information.

Data It Collects

When active in an app, it grabs:

• Device ID: Unique tags like IDFA or GAID.
• IP Address: Links to your location.
• Geolocation: Precise coordinates if permitted.
• App Usage: Logs app interactions.
• Ad Interactions: Records ad engagement.
• Browser Type: Mobile browser specifics.
• Operating System: Notes iOS 16.4 or Android 12.
• Session ID: Ties actions in sessions.
• Timestamps: Exact event timing.
• Network Info: Carrier or Wi-Fi details.

This creates a comprehensive mobile profile.

Who Gets Your Data?

Singular shares with:

• App Developers: For marketing analysis.
• Advertising Partners: For ad attribution.
• Third-Party Processors: For analytics.
• Cloud Providers: Like Google Cloud.
• Legal Authorities: If legally compelled.

How to Protect Yourself

Privacy Auditors suggest these defenses:

• Limit App Permissions: Deny location access.
• Use a VPN: Hide your IP with Mullvad.
• Reset Device ID: Clear IDFA/GAID if possible.
• Avoid Untrusted Apps: Check for Singular SDK.
• Opt Out: Use Singular’s opt-out if available.

Layer these for better privacy.

Sources

• Singular Privacy Policy: https://www.singular.net/privacy-policy/
• Singular Documentation: https://www.singular.net/docs/

This is a legal disclaimer. All information is provided for educational purposes only.