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tosdr.org (Terms of service; didn't read) is a website that simplifies website's Terms of Service and Privacy Policy to make it easier for people to read. Stac
by u-dissolve 7y ago
tosdr.org (Terms of service; didn't read) is a website that simplifies website's Terms of Service and Privacy Policy to make it easier for people to read.
Stack Overflow is given the lowest rating (class E) in terms of user rights. (For reference, even Google has a class C rating.) Here are the worst points taken from SE's privacy policy:
* This service allows tracking via third-party cookies for purposes including targeted advertising.
* You agree to defend, indemnify, and hold the service harmless in case of a claim related to your use of the service.
* This service forces users into binding arbitration in the case of disputes.
* Many third parties are involved in operating the service
* The service may use tracking pixels, web beacons, browser fingerprinting, and/or device fingerprinting on users.
* Blocking cookies may limit your ability to use the service
* You waive your right to a class action lawsuit
* This service can share your personal information to third parties
* The court of law governing the terms is in a jurisdiction that is less friendly to user privacy protection.
* The service can sell or otherwise transfer your personal data as part of a bankruptcy proceeding or other type of financial transaction.
* The service uses your personal data to employ targeted third-party advertising
* This service retains rights to your content even after you stop using your account
https://tosdr.org/#stackoverflow https://tosdr.org/#stackoverflow
- SnarkAsh 7y agoThey also promised a profile option you could use to opt-out of arbitration... but never actually implemented it. https://meta.stackexchange.com/questions/333388/what-is-the-status-of-the-secure-electronic-opt-out-of-the-mandatory-arbitration https://meta.stackexchange.com/questions/333388/what-is-the-...