I’m note a programmer. I Don’t Understand Codes. How do I Know If An Open Source Application is not Stealing My Data Or Passwords? Google play store is scanning apps. It says it blocks spyware. Unfortunately, we know that it was not very successful. So, can we trust open source software? Can’t someone integrate their own virus just because the code is open?
You wouldn’t know unless it’s checked by you or someone you trust, but IMO open source should generally be better cause if you’re doing shady stuff you’re probably less likely to make it public. Also projects with lots of activity by different people are usually safer.