I Don't Own the Data - End User Perceptions of Smart Home Device Data Practices and Risks

Explore a 22-minute conference talk from USENIX SOUPS 2019 that delves into end-user perceptions of smart home device data practices and associated risks. Learn about a semi-structured interview study conducted with 23 smart home users, examining their understanding of data collection, sharing, and usage practices in smart homes. Discover how users' knowledge influences their perceived security and privacy risks, and the actions they take to mitigate these concerns. Gain insights into the factors shaping users' perceptions and behaviors, including experiences from other computing contexts and interactions with organizations. Understand the implications for policymakers, researchers, and designers in improving risk awareness and security practices in smart home environments.