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Just because you are within the bounds of legality doesn't mean that your not being a dick about it. There is a line between providing the public with some che
by Pyrodogg 16y ago
Just because you are within the bounds of legality doesn't mean that your not being a dick about it. There is a line between providing the public with some cheap laughs and being a total ass. Kubera, the anonymous employee, and the company as a whole crossed it.
Taking the photos in public, no problem. Posting them to the site, no problem. Laughing your ass off at them, again no problem. Not doing what you said you would if someone requested it taken down, problem.
If you say you're going to take something down upon notice, just do it.
From People of Public Transit FAQ:
Q. What if I see myself in a post and want you to take it down?
You need to send in 9 forms of identification to prove to us that it’s really you. Seriously, just tell us and we’ll happily remove it for you.
From People of Walmart FAQ:
I’M IN A PICTURE ON YOUR WEBSITE AND I WANT IT TAKEN DOWN. HOW DO I DO THAT?
Simply email us and we will take it down, no problem. If you like your photo but hate the caption or comment send us an email and we can remove it.
Does anyone have cases from People of Walmart? Have they pulled any stunts like this on a take down request before?
- cromulent 16y agoI agree. You have no expectation of privacy, but I think an expectation of respect, politeness, and reasonable behaviour is OK.
- mtigas 16y agoThat's the thing: I almost feel like POPT is pulling this (legally risky -- commercial use [via ad revenue] of likeness, possible harassment, etc.) stunt to grab attention to their own site. While POW is still in the same grey area (regarding commercial use of likeness), at least they seem to honor takedown requests -- or at least, I gather this since I've never heard a single complaint about it and their site is still alive and kickin.