When the
privacy storm erupted around Facebook and other sites, one thing became
readily apparent: most users were simply not aware of what they had
signed up for.
So,
in a move to allay complaints, Facebook has created a new section that
makes it easier for the average user to understand the site's terms and
conditions.
Called
Privacy Basics, the social network now breaks down all aspects of the
site's terms of use for users in simple infographics - and also shows
people how to change their privacy settings.
California-based
Facebook has unveiled simplified privacy information on their site
(screenshot shown), which uses infographics to explain how data is used
by the social network. It also has step by step instructions for users
to alter their settings
The site details what other Facebook users see about you when they use the site, as well as how they interact with you.
It
also includes guides on how to change various settings, and control how
you share content on Facebook, including how to change privacy
settings.
The
move has been welcomed by privacy campaigners, but they warn this
should be the first step of many taken to improve the transparency of
social networks.
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