[LINK] RFC: LinkedIn's Terms and Privacy Policy

[Roger Clarke]

I've always assumed that LinkedIn's Terms of Service and Privacy 
Policy would be much more customer-friendly than mainstream Social 
Networking Services.

 From the evaluation below, it's clear that isn't the case.

Constructively negative feedback much appreciated, thanks!

Please pass this on to other individuals and lists, together with the 
request for feedback.


        An Evaluation of the Terms of Service and Privacy Policy
            of the LinkedIn Professional Networking Service
           http://www.rogerclarke.com/EC/LinkedIn-1012.html

When compared against a consumer protection checklist and a privacy 
statement template, LinkedIn's Terms of Service and Privacy Policy 
are shown to be seriously wanting.


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