How do I report a loan app that leaked my data?

Report through multiple channels for maximum effectiveness:

• Google Play Store: App page → three dots → "Flag as inappropriate"
• National Data Protection Agency: (Varies by country: NPC Philippines, ICO UK, etc.)
• Financial Regulator: Central Bank or SEC (varies by country)
• Law Enforcement: Local cybercrime unit / police
• Consumer Protection Agency

What to include in your report:

• Screenshots of data collection prompts/permissions requested
• Evidence of data misuse (harassing messages, unauthorized transactions)
• App name, developer name, and Play Store link
• Timeline of when you installed and when you noticed issues

Example Disclosure Success: Research that identified non-compliant loan apps led to Google removing 93 flagged apps from the Play Store after disclosure . Your report can contribute to similar enforcement actions.