Google Stole 819 Million Hours from Users with reCaptcha
Experts: reCaptcha Has Become a Surveillance Tool Generating Billions for Google
According to experts, Google’s reCaptcha has wasted over 819 million hours of users' time, while also collecting vast amounts of personal data that is later used for targeted advertising.
What’s Wrong with reCaptcha?
- It gathers data on devices, IP addresses, browsing behavior, and even mouse movements.
- This information is then sold to advertisers, generating massive profits for Google.
- Estimates suggest reCaptcha has brought Google around $888 billion in revenue.
A Manipulation Disguised as Security?
reCaptcha is marketed as a security measure to block bots, but in reality, it serves as a powerful data collection tool. While users click on images of traffic lights and crosswalks, Google profits immensely.
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