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Re:How Discord Won by jsjohnst on Tuesday October 20, 2020 @08:30AM (#24836500)
> I don't believe a website can upload your contact list

Requires an opt-in permission on native, for browsers with support, it would also be an opt-in permission

> upload a list of apps on the device

Not possible on iOS for a native or web app. Depends on a number of factors on Android.

> log your GPS location or record using your camera or microphone.

Possible for native and web apps, but only after explicit opt-in permission.

End result, no meaningful difference between native and web for any of your examples.

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