Document Type
Article
Publication Title
Proceedings of the 2022 HFES 66th International Annual Meeting
Abstract
The prevalence of Internet of Things (IoT) devices is increasing in both volume and variety (Fagan, Megas, Scarfone, & Smith, 2019). Therefore, ensuring users take appropriate measures to protect their privacy is important to guarantee their safety expectations are met. Unfortunately, device users are generally unaware of how devices work and therefore how to properly set up their device’s privacy features (Olmstead & Smith, 2017). The present study evaluated two interventions designed to address these needs. First, in an attempt to increase access and understanding of the terms and conditions by users, a Terms and Conditions Guru was designed that presented important information throughout the IoT device set up. Second, in an attempt to encourage users to adjust their settings in an appropriate manner, user settings profiles were created. This paper presents the methods, results, and recommendations for IoT interface design.
DOI
10.1177/1071181322661239
Publication Date
2022
Recommended Citation
Chaparro Osman, Maria; Prior, Tricia; Rebensky, Summer; Nakushian, Andrew; and Carroll, Meredith, "Influencing IoT Device User Privacy Behaviors: An Empirical Study" (2022). Aeronautics Faculty Publications. 15.
https://repository.fit.edu/aero_faculty/15