Fitness Trackers Are a Subpoena Away: EFF Finds Only Apple Encrypts Health Data - techtimes.com
EFF reports that among fitness tracker brands, only Apple encrypts health data, leaving other devices' data potentially accessible via subpoena.
Aforeworn detected this change in the US State Data-Privacy Laws space on August 9, 2026 and published this briefing so affected operators are forewarned rather than caught off guard. It is rated Low urgency. Businesses handling health data from fitness trackers (e.g., employers, insurers, wellness programs) and consumers using non-Apple trackers. should confirm how it applies to their specific situation before acting. There is a time constraint attached: Not specified.. Acting after that point can mean penalties, a lapsed licence, or lost eligibility — exactly the kind of surprise Aforeworn exists to prevent. Aforeworn monitors US State Data-Privacy Laws continuously and turns every detected change into a plain-English briefing like this one, so you always know first. Forewarned is forearmed.
What changed
New information reveals that only Apple encrypts health data on fitness trackers, increasing the risk of data exposure for other brands.
Who it affects
Businesses handling health data from fitness trackers (e.g., employers, insurers, wellness programs) and consumers using non-Apple trackers.
What you must do
Review data handling practices for fitness tracker data and consider encryption or alternative devices.
Deadline
Not specified.
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