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Third party app installed without my permission

(Topic created on: 03-08-2022 11:46 AM)
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karan2001
Beginner Level 2
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Galaxy F
I just got a software update from samsung and after update completion a third party social media app named 'Koo' was installed on my phone without my permission. May i know y? First of all that social media app doesn't guarantee privacy of users data and second thing everyone knows that app is mouthpiece of a political party.
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owl123
Active Level 10
Galaxy F
Samsung earns a commission from these apps. That's why the apps get pre-installed with every update.
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mHappiee
Expert Level 5
Galaxy F
Simply uninstall it...
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mHappiee
Expert Level 5
Galaxy F
Samsung installs third party app with new update. Maybe they get some money/commission by doing it.
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If you have not opened the app then I don't think it will be able to read your data on Device (unless it is some malware, but why would Samsung push Malware on their devices with update 🤔 ). It doesn't effect your privacy if you have not opened it.
Ab_Heartsy
Expert Level 3
Galaxy F
They get comission for every successful installation, same thing is done by Chinese companies which is why they're able to give phones at very less price.
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