Many Fitness Apps Collect Details That Capture Your Routines

Fitness apps like Fitbit and Nike Training Club are great for tracking progress—but they can also track YOU! Recent research found that 75% of popular fitness apps analyzed share user data with third parties, which can include identifiers used for ad tracking and profiling. And it’s not just “workout stats”—many apps collect details like location, device IDs, and usage
behavior that can paint a pretty clear picture of your routines.

The Good News… You Have More Control Than You Think

Take two minutes to review the app’s permissions and privacy settings. Disable location access unless you truly need it, limit “share with partners” options, and turn off ad tracking where available. Also, double-check any connected accounts (Google/Apple/Facebook) so you’re not accidentally oversharing.

A little privacy tune-up keeps your fitness goals on track—without broadcasting your life to advertisers.

Contact IT Radix today, for more ways to stay safe online.

First published in our May 2026 IT Radix Resource newsletter