Telegram Will Share Your Phone Number and IP With Law Enforcement Under New Policy
Telegram Will Share Phone Numbers and IP Addresses
In a significant privacy policy update, Telegram has announced that it will share users' phone numbers and IP addresses with law enforcement, contingent upon a valid court order. This decision follows recent concerns regarding user privacy and data protection.
What This Means for Users
Previously, Telegram had strict limits on sharing user information, focusing only on extreme cases such as terrorism. Now, if a user is suspected of violating Telegram's Terms of Service, the platform may be forced to comply with legal requests from judicial authorities. CEO Pavel Durov emphasized that any requests will undergo a thorough legal review.
- Phone numbers and IP addresses disclosed only after court orders.
- Quarterly transparency reports will document any shared user data.
- Enhanced scrutiny on activities violating Telegram's rules.
Users are urged to stay informed about these changes to safeguard their data.
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