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Is your Roku TV spying on you? It's possible, but here's how to put a stop to it
Streaming devices like Fire Stick and Chromecast gather personal data for a variety of purposes. If that makes you uneasy, here's how to regain some control.
A virtual private network (VPN) can encrypt your internet traffic and mask your IP address, making it more difficult for streaming services and advertisers to track your activity. Your Amazon Fire TV device will still show ads, but it will no longer be able to track your data for marketing, view how often and how long you use downloaded apps, or give you targeted advertising. Your streaming device -- whether it's an Amazon Fire Stick, Roku, Chromecast, or another platform -- is programmed by default to collect and share your viewing habits, search queries, and possibly other personal data.
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