Context-Based PII Permission Profiles for Granular Data Sharing
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Solution Overview
Problem
Users lack control over how, when, and with whom their personally identifiable information (PII) is shared, due to complex and non-negotiable agreements, leading to privacy concerns and loss of control over their sensitive data.
Innovation Solution
A system and method that allows users to establish context profiles with predefined permissions for sharing PII, including modes like regular, discovery, and emergency, enabling fine-grained control over data sharing with third parties based on user context.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Loss of information
If comprehensive user agreements are provided to inform users about PII collection and usage, then users are informed about data practices, but users cannot understand or control which entities have their PII and what those entities are permitted to do with it
Solution Approach 1:
The patent segments the comprehensive user agreement into discrete, manageable permission grants. Each permission is presented separately with clear language describing what data is collected, by whom, and for what purpose. Users can review and control each permission individually rather than facing a single complex agreement, thereby improving understanding while maintaining comprehensive coverage.
Solution Approach 2:
The patent introduces an intermediary layer between the data collector and the user - a permission management system that translates complex data practices into simple, understandable permission grants. This intermediary presents permissions in user-friendly terms and provides a centralized interface for users to control their PII, bridging the gap between comprehensive data collection needs and user understanding.
2Adaptability or versatility
If take-it-or-leave-it agreements are used to govern PII rights, then service providers can implement their data policies, but users must either accept sweeping access to PII or forgo using the service
Solution Approach 1:
The patent transforms static, take-it-or-leave-it agreements into dynamic, adjustable permission sets. Users can modify their permissions at any time based on their current needs and comfort level. The system adapts to user preferences by allowing granular control over which entities access which types of data, making the service adaptable to individual user requirements while maintaining ease of access.
Solution Approach 2:
The patent implements preliminary permission grants that are established before users begin using the service. These pre-configured permissions provide a reasonable default setup that allows service access while protecting user privacy. Users can review and adjust these preliminary permissions at any time, eliminating the need to choose between sweeping access or no access at all.
3Adaptability or versatility
If detailed permission controls are implemented to allow user control over PII sharing, then users can control what PII is shared and with whom, but the system complexity increases
Solution Approach 1:
The patent creates a universal permission management system that handles multiple types of data, multiple collecting entities, and multiple permission dimensions through a single unified interface. This multi-functional system manages location data, health data, contact information, and other PII types across numerous entities using consistent permission structures, reducing overall system complexity despite the granular control provided.
Solution Approach 2:
The patent uses template-based permission structures that can be copied and reused across different data types and entities. Once a permission grant is established for one entity or data type, similar permission patterns can be replicated for others, reducing the complexity of managing detailed permissions across the entire system while maintaining granular control.
4Loss of information
If users are required to review complex agreements to understand their permissions, then users can make informed decisions, but time is lost and users may still not understand the extent of permissions granted
Solution Approach 1:
The patent divides complex agreements into segmented, bite-sized permission grants that can be reviewed quickly. Each segment focuses on a single entity or data type with clear, concise language. Users can scan through segmented permissions much faster than reviewing a single comprehensive agreement, reducing time investment while improving comprehension through focused presentation.
Solution Approach 2:
The patent employs visual indicators and formatting (analogous to color changes) to highlight important permission information, data sensitivity levels, and entity trust indicators. This visual encoding allows users to quickly grasp the essence of each permission grant without reading every detail, reducing review time while maintaining informed decision-making.
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AI summary
A method includes establishing a plurality of context profiles for a user; detecting an event associated with a request for personal information of the user; generating a request for consent to share the personal information of the user with a third party; sending the request for consent to share the personal information of the user with the third party; receiving consent to share at least a subset of the requested personal information with the third party when at least a first context profile, of the plurality of context profiles, is active; determining an active context profile for the user based on one or more signals indicative of the user's context; determining whether the active context profile matches the first context profile; in accordance with a determination that the active context profile matches the first context profile, sharing the personal information of the user with the third party.