The developer could introduce Pixel tracking, or Google AdMob, but i scan all installs with App Manager, and RethinkDNS is set to block those anyway.
This is not something most users practice. Many users did not even know that SMT was acquired. When SMT was acquired, the F-Droid team disabled auto-updates to safeguard users and mentioned it in their weekly news. Whereas on the Google Play Store, trackers and new permissions were added to the apps, and I wonder how many users noticed that.
Therefore, I try to recommend safer and simpler methods.
Ultimately, it is up to each user to consider all sides of the discussion and make an informed decision.
No disagreement there, everyone should do due diligence, many will not. I was only pointing out that the community is not agreed on F-Droid being the best choice. Especially with the recent infighting there.
This is not something most users practice. Many users did not even know that SMT was acquired. When SMT was acquired, the F-Droid team disabled auto-updates to safeguard users and mentioned it in their weekly news. Whereas on the Google Play Store, trackers and new permissions were added to the apps, and I wonder how many users noticed that.
Therefore, I try to recommend safer and simpler methods.
Ultimately, it is up to each user to consider all sides of the discussion and make an informed decision.
No disagreement there, everyone should do due diligence, many will not. I was only pointing out that the community is not agreed on F-Droid being the best choice. Especially with the recent infighting there.