Google collects face data now. Here's what it means and how to opt out

[Newest Reality]

The new Face Match technology isn't everywhere yet, but it's always looking. Find out what's happening with your face data and what you can do to stop it.

https://www.cnet.com/how-to/google-collects-face-data-now-what-it-means-and-how-to-opt-out/?utm_medium=40digest.7days3.20190910.home&utm_source=email&utm_content=&utm_campaign=campaign

[FiveGoodMen]

1. Do we know that opting out actually works?

If people are willing to spy on you in the first place, why would they stop just because you told them to?

[gelsdorf]

2. Easy, don't use that app

plus cover the lens with black electrical tape

[TreasonousBastard]

4. I have cameras on my phones, tablets and all desktops and laptops...

I find the black tape works without downloads, memory usage, updates, or worrying if the app really works as advertised.

And it's very easy to uninstall.

[Liberal In Texas]

5. New laptop came with a camera built in.

It has a piece of adhesive paper over it. Always.
Desktop no camera.

[elocs]

6. I use one of those little round bandaids.

It's near impossible to find a laptop or tablet these days without a camera.

When my daughter was in a mental healthcare facility this past year she was allowed to have a laptop or tablet, but it couldn't have a camera in it due to HIPPA privacy laws.
I had a Kindle I wasn't using and it cost $90 to get the cameras physically removed, more than the price of the tablet.