Temu

Temu operates as an e-commerce platform managed by PDD Holdings, a Chinese company. It specialises in providing deeply discounted consumer products, primarily sourced directly from China and shipped directly to consumers.

Data security experts say it is unclear how exactly Temu would repurpose and use your data and urged shoppers to think carefully.

Temu has been accused of using malware in its app to harvest the data of users.

Social media users are being invited to send out an "invitation code" to others, which is how the giveaway has spread so widely. In the rules of the giveaway, the rules state that taking part in the giveaway gives Temu permission to “use and publish such Member's photo, name likeness, voice, opinions, statements, biographical information, and/or hometown and state for promotional or advertising purposes in any media worldwide”.

A spokesperson from Temu told the Mirror: "Temu gathers user information solely for the purpose of delivering our service and to enhance customer experience. We do not sell user information. The terms and conditions highlighted are commonplace in similar promotions held by various companies across different sectors."