More than 70% of Irish people feel discomfort giving their personal details to product and service providers, a survey has found.
The research revealed that 49% of those are aged 55 and over and are extremely hesitant to share details about themselves unless absolutely necessary, compared with 25% of people aged 25 to 34.
It also found 77% of women are weary about handing over their data compared to 64% of men.
The Compliance Ireland's ESG survey showed three times as many men (16%) than women (5%) don't give it a second thought.
Chief Michael Kavanagh said: "The large volume of people reluctant to provide personal information is most likely a consequence of the many data leaks and breaches that have been given prominence in recent Irish news stories."
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The survey found big digital companies were the least trusted when it comes to personal data, with 56% of people regarding them as the most untrustworthy.
Those aged 18-24 were significantly more likely to feel this way at 74%.
Online retailers came in second place and 12% said Government agencies are least trustworthy.
