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has revealed that its staff in are able to spy on UK user data.
Elaine Fox, TikTok’s head of privacy in Europe, claims this is to ensure its ‘global workforce’ can make TikTok ‘consistent, enjoyable and safe’.
As well as China, user data is accessible to employees in , , Israel, Japan, Malaysia, Philippines, Singapore, South Korea, Singapore and the United States.
While the type of data that is be shared across the world has not been specified, it could include names, phone numbers, meu ages, emails and approximate locations.
Jake Moore, a cybersecurity expert, told MailOnline he believes this is a ‘worrying step’ towards more tech companies selling off consumers’ personal data.
A TikTok spokesperson said: ‘The TikTok platform does not operate in China and we have never provided user data to the Chinese government.
‘Our app is not unique in the amount of information it collects, compared to other mobile apps.
‘In line with industry practices, we collect information that users choose to provide to us and information that helps the app function, operate securely, and improve the user experience.
‘We strive to be open and transparent about how we collect and process our users’ information, which is why we continually review and update our Privacy Policy.’
TikTok has revealed that its staff in China are able to spy on UK user data
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