How do Americans feel about privacy? It depends on what you consider “sensitive” information. A Pew Research Center survey finds that a vast majority of respondents are concerned about government surveillance and the commercial use of personal data, but they are OK with sharing some personal information — just not certain types.
Respondents say Social Security numbers and health data are “very sensitive” and should be off-limits to snooping. But they are OK with sharing data they consider “not too” sensitive or “not at all” sensitive: purchasing habits, political candidate preference and the media they like. Take a look:
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