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Ask HN: Mandatory use of 3rd Party IDs (Facebook Connect, etc)?
I noticed that 750words.com doesn't have an independent account login/creation system; you can only use it with an existing FB, Google or Yahoo account.
This is the first time that I've seen an app force you to use a 3rd party account. While it would certainly reduce account-related code, it could also have unintended effects. For example, on a social site, this lack of anonymity might result in nicer user comments.
What do you think about forced use of 3rd party IDs? What kind of sites would benefit from it? Is the trade-off worth it?
- ScottWhigham 17y agoI think that I would be extremely hesitant to sign up; there would have to be a major value proposition for me to give that info up to them.
- ebun 17y agoWhat if it were for a site where you'll be providing real, personal details anyway. Like LinkedIn for example?
- ScottWhigham 17y agoSame problem: do I see it as a major value to my life? If so then I'd be less hesitant. Truth is that I don't want "just one login" so maybe I'm different than most.