FTC Order Prohibits Data Broker X-Mode Social and Outlogic from Selling Sensitive Location Data

Summary

The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) has proposed a consent agreement with X-Mode/Outlogic, a company that collects and sells location data. The FTC alleges that X-Mode/Outlogic has engaged in unfair and deceptive practices by collecting location data from consumers' devices without their consent, sharing sensitive information with third-party apps, and failing to provide clear privacy disclosures. The proposed order requires X-Mode/Outlogic todelete or destroy sensitive location data, develop a supplier assessment program, implement procedures to protect sensitive information, and provide a simple way for consumers to withdraw consent for location data collection. The FTC is accepting public comment on the proposed order for 30 days.