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MySpace is a popular online service that provides its members with tools to help them communicate with old friends, as well as make new friends. These provided online tools include:

unique profile options
the option to share photos
the option to publish an online blog
the option to comment on other member blogs
the option to comment on other member profiles
the option to send a private message to any member
and many, many, more!

However, to enrich MySpace members’ individual experience, set privacy policies have been put into place. The following paragraphs will discuss current MySpace privacy policies, as well as provide information on how to keep updated on any possible changes in the policies.

One of the main issues addressed in MySpace privacy policies is information collection, and how MySpace will use information they collect from you. Some personal data is collected by MySpace with the main purpose of authenticating users, as well as to send different requested notifications. This collected profile data can include:

age
gender
education
occupation

This data is also collected and used to help MySpace users locate other members with like qualities.

Current MySpace privacy policies also state other types of information, mostly information that cannot personally identify you, can be collected in addition to the information stated above. This data can include:

IP address
aggregate user data
browser type

This collected information is often used to help manage MySpace, as well as to track usage, and make improvements to the website. According to current MySpace privacy policies, IP addresses are commonly recorded for monitoring purposes, and for security reasons. The same reasons are given for recording the browser types of MySpace members and visitors.

Finally, MySpace privacy polices state that email addresses of MySpace members can be collected, as well as shared with MySpace sponsors or partner sites. There are many instances where MySpace administrators may need to use your email address. These instances can include:

when inviting new friends
during registration for a MySpace account
when you wish for notifications to be sent to your email box

If there is a special promotion going on, MySpace may share your information with their sponsors, or their partner websites so you may become involved in the promotion if you so choose.

The above paragraphs only discuss one section of current MySpace privacy policies. This is why it is important to regularly check them for changes or updates. To review current privacy policies, you can scroll to the bottom of any MySpace webpage or profile. You will see a horizontal menu across the bottom of the page with a link listed marked “privacy.” By clicking this link, you will be redirected to MySpace current privacy policies.