Data privacy when sending computer to Apple

[Tofer]

While I think there is a chance that your data could get stolen from an Apple tech employee, I think it is slim. First of all, they have to turn around the computers pretty fast, and the odds of someone taking the time to search through your hard drive for info that can be used is low. Besides, most of the data you mention isn't going to get you in trouble (no one at Apple is going to send a letter to the RIAA with the names of your MP3s...), and the sensitive data that could be used to steal from you is probably minimal (e.g., credit card theft generally doesn't result in money out of your pocket). SS #s are important, but not really that hard to come by.

I've never worried about it, and I've sent a number of laptops to Apple to get fixed. I'm more worried about data loss, which is why I keep a couple of good backups.

-Tofer