China's Cyber ​​Security Association Releases Compliant Apps List

China's Cyber Security Association has released a list of 62 apps, including those from JD.com and Alibaba, that have adhered to personal data collection and usage compliance protocols. Issues like excessive information collection and inconvenient account cancellation were addressed, making compliant versions available on app stores.

China's Cyber Security Association on Tuesday unveiled a list of 62 apps that have successfully completed personal data collection and use compliance protocols. Major players like JD.com and Alibaba featured among the compliant apps.

The initiative aimed to tackle issues such as excessive collection of personal information, overuse of app permissions, and difficult account cancellation processes. These issues have now been rectified.

Compliant versions of the apps are now available on various app stores, marking a significant step towards better data privacy and user protection.

(With inputs from agencies.)