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This literature review examined seven studies selected from a pool of 1,770 articles identified in three scientific databases. The review aimed to map the factors (antecedents) that influence users’ disclosure of personal information (outcome) on dating apps, using the APCO model as a theoretical framework.
The findings established correlations between the theoretical antecedents proposed by the APCO model and real world scenarios, demonstrating that various factors impact decisions to disclose private information on dating apps. This connection highlights the significance of privacy violations, which can lead to severe consequences such as stalking and physical violence. Moreover, some studies revealed that the types of photos users display on their dating profiles correlate with increased likelihoods of risky sexual behavior. These insights into user behavior in the computer-mediated environment of dating apps underscore the need for mechanisms that better protect user privacy in both social and physical contexts. Such findings also provide a foundation for
developing more effective health interventions and awareness campaigns.