Nearly eight in 10 people are concerned about their personal information being collected through smartphones and other devices, according to a poll released Monday.
The survey commissioned by TRUSTe, a consumer privacy company, also found that 69 percent of people believe they should own the data that is collected through their smart devices.
{mosads}Twenty percent, on the other hand, believe the benefits of the products outweigh privacy concerns.
Eighty-seven percent expressed concern about their personal information being used in ways they are not aware of. Eighty-six percent said they are concerned about identity theft or their device being infected by malware. Seventy-eight percent expressed concern about their geographical location being unknowingly revealed.
About one in three people reported owning a smart device separate from a phone. Those include smart TVs, navigation systems, fitness trackers, home appliances, watches or alarm systems.
The December survey was conducted by Ipsos Mori and commissioned by TRUSTe. The company evaluates and provides certifications to companies to ensure they are in compliance with online privacy laws.