Nintendo is currently in the line of fire as the gaming company was found to be among those companies who share users’ personal data to Facebook. This data was given to Facebook before serving advertisements to users based off of their personal data.
A Reddit user who goes by the name Valerokai disclosed this by providing a screenshot of the ad preference page from a user’s Facebook account. The said page on Facebook lets users see their list of interests and what may affect the ads that are served to them.
On the Facebook page, there is a section known as “Who uploaded a list with your info and advertised to you.” In that list, the Facebook accounts of both Nintendo Switch and Nintendo UK store was listed. This means that Nintendo Switch online and Nintendo UK has uploaded a list containing vital user data that may include email, phone number of users or pixel data from their web browsing. Valerokai also said that Facebook has advertised to the users on the list in the last seven days.
…
Become a Member and Keep Reading…
Reclaim your digital freedom. Get the latest on censorship, cancel culture, and surveillance, and learn how to fight back.
Already a supporter? Sign In.
Read more
