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[[wikipedia:Meta_Platforms|'''Meta Platforms, Inc.''']], formerly known as Facebook, is a multinational technology conglomerate primarily known for its social media platforms, including Facebook, [[Instagram]], [[WhatsApp]], and Messenger. Founded in 2004 by [[Mark Zuckerberg]], Facebook quickly grew into one of the largest social networks in the world. Over the years, the company has expanded its business model, incorporating advertising, data collection, and virtual reality products, with a focus on connecting users globally. | [[wikipedia:Meta_Platforms|'''Meta Platforms, Inc.''']], formerly known as Facebook, is a multinational technology conglomerate primarily known for its social media platforms, including Facebook, [[Instagram]], [[WhatsApp]], and Messenger. Founded in 2004 by [[Mark Zuckerberg]], Facebook quickly grew into one of the largest social networks in the world. Over the years, the company has expanded its business model, incorporating advertising, data collection, and virtual reality products, with a focus on connecting users globally. | ||
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Users can reduce the amount of data these services can harvest by using the browser version in an incognito tab instead of using dedicated apps. Installing an adblocker is also advisable. However, not all features may be accessible this way. | Users can reduce the amount of data these services can harvest by using the browser version in an incognito tab instead of using dedicated apps. Installing an adblocker is also advisable. However, not all features may be accessible this way. | ||
==== '''Forced changes in terms of service.''' ==== | ===='''Forced changes in terms of service.'''==== | ||
[[File:Email sent to Meta users.png|thumb|No options given, you accept.]] | [[File:Email sent to Meta users.png|thumb|No options given, you accept.]] | ||
14 Aug 25 Meta sent another of their notorious emails with the text "By continuing to use a Meta account to access our products after '''12 September 2025''', you agree to the revised '''Supplemental Meta Platform Technologies Terms of Service''' and acknowledge that these updates will apply to you." | 14 Aug 25 Meta sent another of their notorious emails with the text "By continuing to use a Meta account to access our products after '''12 September 2025''', you agree to the revised '''Supplemental Meta Platform Technologies Terms of Service''' and acknowledge that these updates will apply to you." | ||