Lessons Learnt from Comparing WhatsApp Privacy Concerns Across Saudi and Indian
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Survey of n=674 WhatsApp users in Saudi Arabia and India finds clear differences: Saudis show significantly higher concern about being contacted by strangers, while Indians show significantly higher concern about contact from professional colleagues. Regression analysis shows statistically significant differences in reported privacy behaviors and a strong correlation between concerns and behaviors. Demographics shape preferences differently across populations, and recommended fixes emphasize transparency and consent plus practical controls like hiding contact info and stricter location-sharing options.
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