GB: consumer attitudes to data security 2013-2015

This statistic displays the consumer attitudes to data security in Great Britain (GB) as of January 2013 and September 2015. During the survey period in 2015, it was found that 67 percent of responding consumers reported that they often thought of the need to protect their activities and data online.

Consumer attitudes to data security in Great Britain (GB) as of January 2013 and September 2015

Characteristic	January 2013	September 2015
I expect companies that collect or process personal details or financial transactions to keep this data secure from criminals	88%	85%
Companies need to be held responsible for ensuring the security of user and personal information online	87%	84%
I expect companies that collect or process details or financial transactions online to refrain from sharing this data with third parties unless they request my permission to do otherwise	88%	82%
It is my responsibilty to take control of my digital presence and ensure that my personal information is safe online	73%	74%
I think it's the responsibility of companies to provide me with the tools I need to protect my privacy, security and reputation online	80%	72%
My bank is responsible for protecting me from payment or credit card fraud online	76%	72%
I am confident that I have up-to-date security software in place on my digital devices (such as computer or smartphone) to protect me while being online, browsing or sharing data and information	66%	70%
I have my privacy settings under control on the websites and accounts that I use, visit and contribute to	66%	69%
I often think about the safety of my personal information online*	-	68%
The government should be responsible for enforcing online data protection and pesonal security	65%	68%
I often think of the need for me to protect my activities and data online*	-	67%
I know how to control the level of data or information available about me online	45%	51%
I often think of being targeted by cyber criminals*	-	41%

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Release date

2015

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Region

United Kingdom (Great Britain)

Survey time period

January 2013 and Septmeber 2015

Number of respondents

2,018 (2013), 1,467 (2015)

Age group

18-75 years

Special properties

GB adults.

Method of interview

Online survey

Supplementary notes

* Data for 2013 no available.
Original survey question was phrased as follows: "Thinking about the security of your personal data, to what extent do you agree with the following statements?

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