According to EPIC, Grindr appears to store users’ private data, including photos and messages, after they delete their accounts, a violation of the company’s privacy policy. It also allegedly fails to stop employees from accessing private user information.

Smalley, S. (2023, October 5). Privacy nonprofit calls on FTC to investigate Grindr’s data practices. The Record. https://therecord.media/privacy-complaint-calls-on-ftc-to-investigate-grindr