Facebook Announces New App Privacy Controls for Users
(Facebook Rolls Out Updated “Privacy” Controls For Apps)
MENLO PARK, Calif. – Facebook introduced changes today giving users more power over how apps and websites handle their information. The company updated its privacy settings. People can now see and manage app permissions more easily.
The new controls are inside Facebook’s settings menu. Users will find a simpler list showing every app connected to their Facebook account. Next to each app, users see what information the app can access. This includes details like profile, friends list, or birthday.
Facebook wants people to understand exactly what data apps collect. The company also made it faster to remove permissions. If a user decides an app doesn’t need certain data, they can block access instantly. Apps might lose some features if permissions are changed. Users will get a warning about this before confirming any change.
These updates follow talks about data privacy. Facebook states the goal is putting users in charge. The company believes people should clearly know who sees their data. They also believe people should control how their data gets used.
(Facebook Rolls Out Updated “Privacy” Controls For Apps)
The changes apply to everyone using Facebook worldwide. The updates start rolling out today. Users might see the new settings appear on their accounts over the next few days. Facebook encourages users to review their connected apps. Checking app permissions helps keep information safe.