This article describes a research methodology which assessed popular period tracking apps available on the Google Play Store. The investigation not only included established apps like Flo and Maya but also newer entrants experiencing increased downloads, particularly after significant legal changes like the overturning of Roe v Wade. Using static analysis via Exodus Privacy, the study identified apps with multiple trackers and permissions. The research employed both static and dynamic analysis methods to evaluate privacy concerns and compare findings with app policies, culminating in a focus on privacy amidst rising social awareness.
Our research included both popular period-tracking apps and newer entrants, focusing specifically on downloads and privacy implications following significant legal and social changes.
We utilized Exodus Privacy for static analysis to determine the trackers and permissions in popular period tracking apps, ultimately selecting those with significant privacy concerns.
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