It seems like every time I log into FaceBook it asks me to take a quiz or allow access to a new application. Online quizzes and applications can be fun, The other day I found myself partaking in a quiz to see how my IQ compares against Matthew McConaughey (I am not saying who scored higher…). I know one thing is for sure, the developer’s behind these quizes and apps are smarter than both Matthew and I. By even just opening the application to take this quiz, I allowed the developer access to my entire FaceBook profile. I do not mind in this case, since I never put sensitive data in any online profile. But let’s look at RealAge, a detailed quiz that assigns you a biological age based on your family history and health habits. The site, a recent investigation revealed, takes your most sensitive answers — those about sexual difficulties or signs of depression — and sells them to drug companies looking to market medications.
Ultimately, deciding whether you should take an online quiz or allow an application access to your profile comes down to a question of trust: Are you comfortable putting your information into hands of others? Remember, even if you don’t directly input data, it can be passed along.
You may read an article for more information on this topic at PC World
