Default Telemetry Should Be Disabled #993

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MrUnknownDE · 2026-04-05T18:05:30+02:00

MrUnknownDE commented

2026-04-05 18:05:30 +02:00

Originally created by @TuncTaylan on 8/28/2025

Description:

Currently, according to the Telemetry Configuration, telemetry is enabled by default. Even though the data collected is anonymous, this behavior might raise privacy concerns among users who are unaware that any data is being transmitted.

Proposal:

Change the default setting so that telemetry is disabled by default.

Provide a clear option for users to explicitly opt in if they wish to enable telemetry.

Update documentation and settings to reflect this change.

Rationale:

Respecting user privacy by default aligns with best practices (e.g., GDPR principles of privacy by design).

Builds user trust by ensuring data collection only occurs with explicit consent.

Gives users more control over their environment.

Thank you in advance.

*Originally created by @TuncTaylan on 8/28/2025* **Description:** Currently, according to the [Telemetry Configuration](https://docs.digpangolin.com/self-host/telemetry#configuration), telemetry is enabled by default. Even though the data collected is anonymous, this behavior might raise privacy concerns among users who are unaware that any data is being transmitted. **Proposal:** Change the default setting so that telemetry is disabled by default. Provide a clear option for users to explicitly opt in if they wish to enable telemetry. Update documentation and settings to reflect this change. **Rationale:** Respecting user privacy by default aligns with best practices (e.g., GDPR principles of privacy by design). Builds user trust by ensuring data collection only occurs with explicit consent. Gives users more control over their environment. Thank you in advance.

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2026-04-05 18:05:31 +02:00

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Reference: github/pangolin#993