But how much do they share with the authorities?
And how often do governments request user data?
According to new research by VPN providerSurfShark, the answer is a lot, and a lot again.

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The report shows that the US makes the most requests for user data by a long shot.
This can include specific user information, from IP addresses to locations of devices.

Story bySion Geschwindt
Sion is a freelance science and technology reporter, specialising in climate and energy.
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