Privacy Policy

Truth in Advertising, Inc. (TINA.org) respects the privacy of everyone who visits our website (the “Site”).  By accessing and using this Site, you are agreeing to this Privacy Policy.  If…

Policies

Privacy-Schmivacy

Privacy protection? Not so much.

When Privacy Concerns and Deceptive Marketing Issues Intersect

Why TINA.org supports FTC’s proposed changes to COPPA Rule but pushes for more.

Privacy Policy

Truth in Advertising, Inc. (TINA.org) respects the privacy of everyone who visits our website (the “Site”).  By accessing and using this Site, you are agreeing to this Privacy Policy.  If…

2 Krew Security & Surveillance

Online Privacy Protection for Kids Strengthened

FTC strengthens children’s online privacy protections to keep up with changing technology.

Logitech Video Home Security Systems

Allegations: Misleadingly representing that its security systems would provide reliable home security and consumers would be able to view videos on their computers, smartphones, and tablets when the security systems…

Security Systems from 2 Krew Security and Surveillance

ADT Wireless Home Security Equipment and Monitoring Services

TINA’s Take: ‘You Can’t Interrogate an Algorithm’

TINA.org attends FTC hearing on how to protect consumers from “informational injury” in the digital age.

ADT Indoor Security Cameras

Allegations: Misleadingly marketing that indoor security cameras record only when the system is activated without disclosing that ADT records videos at times when security systems are not activated and unauthorized…

Spirit Airlines “Shortcut Security”

Allegations: Deceptively advertising a “Shortcut Security” option that allows consumers who pay for this option to use a separate, faster line to get through security at certain U.S. airports

Ring’s Home Security Devices

Allegations: Marketing that products will help protect homes and that the company safeguards consumers’ private information when hackers have used the security systems to spy on and harass people who…

Facebook Privacy Settlement Terms in Dispute

FTC reviewing changes to policy on ads featuring users.

Spirit’s “Shortcut Security”

Allegations: Misleadingly advertising that consumers who purchase the “Shortcut Security” option can use a separate, faster line to get through security at certain airports

Seven Figure Publishing

TINA.org breaks down company’s claim that you can collect “extra” money from the Social Security Administration.

Apple’s Privacy Controls

Allegations: Falsely representing that Apple will not collect data about consumers’ activity in apps if they turn off certain privacy settings

NourishLife speak (Lifetrients)

TINA.org investigated NourishLife (which later changed its name to Lifetrients) and found that it was deceptively advertising a potentially harmful supplement called SpeechNutrients speak by, among other things, claiming it…

SimpliSafe’s Active Guard Home Security System

There’s no live agent like AI.