This news might be overdue, but it is imperative that all users take note of the new Facebook privacy rule that is implemented some time ago. Once popular to protecting its user privacy to the end, now the stand is somewhat controversial.
Users might have seen a popup box informing them about the new privacy rule but either close the dialogue or agree on the recommended setting without much thought into in. Here in theysaY, we take a look at some of the measure which users can take to protect their facebook privacy.
Limiting those who can see what you share
Apparently, the new "default recommended" settings allows friends of friends to view their profiles. Though it may seem harmless, it could ruin your future career when HR managers browse and chance upon some disapproving photos.To solve the issue, do the following
- Hover your mouse over the Settings menu at the top right and select "Privacy Settings"
- Click "Profile Information" from the list of choices on the next page.
- Scroll down to the setting "Posts by Me" It includes your post, status updates, links and photos
- You can change the settings from the dropdown menu and we recommend choosing the "Only Friends" setting to ensure only your friends can view your entire profile.
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