The crypto industry continues to grow, and with it, the importance of privacy becomes increasingly evident. To address this, MetaMask has recently made changes to its privacy policy.
In a press release, Consensys, the parent company of MetaMask, announced that it has adjusted its privacy policy to give users more control over how their data is used. Users can now choose how their data is used, and the company will be clearer about what data is collected.
The collected data primarily includes IP addresses, which can be disabled. Private keys, personal, and financial information are not collected unless necessary for providing services. Users also have the option to disable certain features, such as receiving additional information about transactions or token information.
MetaMask also communicates with blockchain networks through remote procedure calls (RCPs). Since the update, users can adjust the settings for this, giving them more control over where their data is sent.
For added security, MetaMask can send users security notifications when using decentralized applications (dApps) and smart contracts. However, these notifications can also be disabled. The phishing detection features can be configured in a similar way.
In addition to these changes, MetaMask has also made some practical updates. Users no longer have to search for tokens in their wallet, and they can also choose not to display non-fungible tokens (NFTs) or nicknames when using smart contracts.
MetaMask has undergone significant changes in a short period, making the app more practical to use. Last year, users were able to buy crypto directly from MetaMask, and the app now supports a large number of blockchains and countries. Rumors suggest that Consensys plans to expand this feature, potentially allowing users to buy bitcoin (BTC) via MetaMask.