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> - start on device boot Don't think it's possible on iOS, and I'm doubtful TikTok does this even if it were possible on Android. > - GPS location (browser ca
by nnx 2y ago
> - start on device boot
Don't think it's possible on iOS, and I'm doubtful TikTok does this even if it were possible on Android.
> - GPS location (browser can access location too if given permission ofc)
Actually this AND all of the other fingerprinting methods you listed also require user permission managed by the mobile OS (iOS/Android).
In effect there is nothing a 'native' app can get without user knowledge/consent that a web app could not.
If there is, it should be considered a bug for mobile OS providers to fix.
- redserk 2y agoWhat about a background data refresh task running and the server geolocating the IP making the request? The accuracy would vary but you could still get reasonably close to assuming someone's nearest city. Background data refresh is reasonably safe to assume everyone has turned on...