BeReals popularity is on another level.
You see the notification, you take your photos, and you share them to the app.
Things start to get a bit more concerning when it comes to geolocation data.
so that avoid that location collection, youll need to deny BeReal access to your location at all times.
The app also uses cookies to track your activity.
If you choose to delete your account, BeReal will erase your data within 30 days.
As it stands, using BeReal doesnt leak your personal information any more than other social media programs.
Thats not necessarilya dangerous thing, especially when sharing to close friends.
After all, its not much different than truthfully answering multiple wyd texts at once.
However, BeReal isnt only for sharing with your close friends.
In addition, if you choose, you could share your BeReals to the entire community.
Theyll also see any information you provided in the post.
Obviously, that includes any landmarks or defining features in your photo, but also your location.
Luckily, BeReal doesnt let you share your exact location when sharing to the Discovery page.
Not to scare the parents out there any further, but there is also a commenting system.
However, once you react, it’s possible for you to start commenting and chatting with other users.
The caveat to all this is you might only see other posts when you post a BeReal yourself.
But, seeing as thats an easy endeavor, its not much of a safety check on the platform.
Tips for staying safe on BeReal
Im not here to tell anyonenotto use BeReal.
Its a fun app, and one that isnt particularly creepy from a user data perspective.
However, you shouldnt use it with reckless abandon.
Any time you use a service that lets you publish your current location, you should exercise caution.
In my opinion, you shouldnt use the Discovery feature when posting on BeReal.
Sure, its fun to contribute to the community, but yourereallyputting yourself out there.
My advice is to share each post to your friends only.
Speaking of location, its best not to use it.
you could learn more about thedifference between precise and approximate locations in our guide here.
Id also be meticulous about who I invite into my BeReal circle.
I dont think its a good idea to share your daily location with your entire contacts list.
Its overcautious, sure, but sometimes staying safe requires playing it safe.
The point here, kids, is to call your parents.
