Survey: 40 Percent Respondents Believe Incognito Mode Makes It Safer

JAKARTA - Kaspersky's latest survey of 'Excitement, Superstition and great Insecurity How global Consumers Engage with the Digital World' reveals controversial views among users regarding the protection of their personal information.

In a survey conducted on 10,000 respondents in various countries including Indonesia, 49 percent of people believe that closing webcams on devices is an effective measure to protect their privacy.

But at the same time, nearly half of respondents (44 percent) voluntarily sent their personal data to an unreliable source to access the online game on the grounds of having fun.

"Our research underscores the importance of a well-informed approach to cybersecurity and digital privacy," Kaspersky Web Content Analyst Anna Larkina said in an official statement on Monday, August 5.

Later, the survey also mentioned that 28 percent of respondents were forced to switch their devices to airplane mode, fearing that voice assistants might continue to listen and gather personal information.

In addition, 40 percent of users mistakenly believe that activating the incognito mode makes them completely invisible online. However, on the other hand, 24 percent of respondents are willing to click on unknown links in messengers, potentially endangering their security.

To ensure safety and protection, it is important to maintain a critical mindset, relying solely on verified sources and facts. Furthermore, the application of comprehensive security solutions that offer strong protection against various threats and risks can prove invaluable," he concluded.