Privacy Problems of Direct-to-Consumer Genetic Testing
When it comes to the privacy of the intimate DNA data you share with them, direct-to-consumer (DTC) genetic testing companies make promises such as, “your privacy comes first,” and, “protecting your privacy is at the core of what we do.”
But when you use their services, genetic testing companies collect more than just your DNA. They, like many other companies, collect a wide variety of other personal data, including information you share with them such as your name, basic identifiers like your address and email address, and, in some cases, facts about your family and your health.
Source: Privacy Problems of Direct-to-Consumer Genetic Testing | DNA Tests – Consumer Reports
