Forced to be on Facebook? — Danielle Hatfield

Are you on Facebook now because you have to be?

Take a minute to really think about that question before answering.

This question is what my husband and I discussed this morning over coffee. The discussion was raised after reading and sharing Richard Harrington’s article from 2013 on PhotoFocus that touched on the still simmering concerns of photographers and users alike regarding the Terms of Service.

Didn’t Read Facebook’s Fine Print? Here’s Exactly What It Says.

So many people I know have made mention that Facebook is how they stay in touch with family and friends, how they promote their businesses and that they can’t imagine living without it. I appreciate all the reasons why Facebook is part of our daily lives but I can also appreciate life without it.

Now, I am not saying you need to go out and deactivate or permanently delete your accounts. . . but I am encouraging you to carefully consider your privacy and future use of the social giant (and any other social media site) personally and professionally.

I have brought together some interesting articles (and a great video from Matthias) for you to explore regarding Facebook . . . I hope you bookmark this post and take the time to read them all.

For those of you who have already made up your mind to quit:

Leave a comment, I’d like to hear your thoughts on this.

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