What exactly is Data Dome's Device Check probing on our devices to prove we are not a bot?

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It scans you on several websites, most notably yelp.com It seems to use javascript and I realize its purpose is to help website users avoid the pain of captchas, but what exactly is it probing & learning about us and our devices? Does anyone know? Their website just kind of speaks in generalities. From their website:

How Device Check Works

  1. Signal Collection: When a request is made, Device Check collects various signals from the user’s device. This includes information about the device’s environment and behavior.

  2. Analysis: The collected signals are analyzed to identify any signs of automation or spoofing. This analysis is done in real-time and does not require the user to complete any challenges, such as CAPTCHAs.

  3. Decision Making: Based on the analysis, Device Check determines whether to allow the request, block it, or challenge it with additional verification if needed.

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You need to link the tool you’re speaking of. I have no idea what data dome is.

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If you go to www.yelp.com (and certain other sites) from behind a VPN, you will get a temporary screen that says “Checking your browser” before it lets you through. While your browser is being “checked”, a little “Powered by data dome” symbol appears briefly before you are let through.

Edit: Data Dome is also responsible for the captcha where you slide the piece of the puzzle over to complete the picture.

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Hmmm…. really? No one here knows anything about this?