TikTok vs Fastmail
Based on our analysis, Fastmail is the more privacy-respecting choice overall.
BACK →| Category | TikTok | Fastmail |
|---|---|---|
| Overall | F · 18/100 | B+ · 79/100 |
| What they collect | Concern (8) | Mixed (74) |
| Who they share it with | Concern (15) | Mixed (76) |
| What you can do | Concern (32) | Positive (82) |
| What they promise | Concern (20) | Mixed (80) |
In plain English — TikTok
TikTok collects your biometrics, keystroke patterns, and even content you record but never post — then shares data with ByteDance affiliates, advertisers, and researchers. You have limited control and no meaningful way to stop collection while using the app.
View full analysis →In plain English — Fastmail
Fastmail is a paid email provider that doesn't sell your data or serve ads, has clear retention periods and a transparency report — but unlike Proton, staff can technically access your emails, data moves through US and Indian infrastructure, and IP logs are kept for a year.
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