Facebook issue is a wake-up call

Today Facebook responded to users by announcing simpler and more powerful controls for sharing personal information. We’re glad they are listening, but more needs to be done, and other businesses need to take notice. Check out our response at CNN.com.

Jules Polonesky, director of Future Privacy Forum, also released the following statement:

The message that all companies should be taking away from this is that managing digital identity is critically important to internet users of all ages and backgrounds. Facebook is taking steps that are essential for user trust by providing users with additional control over the personal data they share. As sites, services and devices grow increasingly complex, the challenge for Facebook and for others going forward is to continue to seek innovations that ensure that privacy tools can be intuitive for users.

Future of Privacy Forum is a think tank seeking to improve the state of online privacy by advancing responsible data practices. For media inquiries, please contact [email protected]