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partlyportly · 12/04/2023 08:32

I've noticed that some Mumsnet posts and discussions are being shared on other websites, forums, and social media platforms without the author's consent. I find this really frustrating and wonder if IABU in feeling this way.

I understand that Mumsnet is a public forum, and anyone can read and participate in discussions. But when our posts are taken out of context and shared elsewhere, it feels like a violation of our privacy and a breach of trust. It's especially frustrating when people on other sites start making assumptions or passing judgment based on a single post they've seen, without knowing the full story.

I'm not saying that Mumsnet discussions should be kept completely private, but I do think that we should have some control over where our posts end up. It would be helpful if we could have an option to mark our posts as "private" or "not for sharing," so that we know that they won't be legally copied and pasted elsewhere without our permission.

I'm curious to know if other Mumsnet members feel the same way. Does it bother you when Mumsnet posts are shared on other sites?

YABU = It's the internet, deal with it
YANBU = It's poor form, I don't like it

YetAnotherBeckyMumsnet · 12/04/2023 15:00

Ijustdontcare · 12/04/2023 11:59

Did you know Mumsnet sells those to the Mail?
They pay for a licence to use whatever they can, It's why they can use the screenshots of the full page with logos etc and link directly to the site.

Hi there - this isn't true. News outlets can reproduce copy from sites like Mumsnet under fair use, which is very difficult to challenge. We don't feed stories to anyone and nor do we take payment. Confused

YetAnotherBeckyMumsnet · 12/04/2023 15:29

@partlyportly if you're referring to news outlets, then as we said above, it's considered fair use and an exception to copyright law. If an OP wants their thread removed because it's been shared then we'll always do this and take other steps to protect their privacy where possible. Mumsnet is an open site and while this does bring many benefits, including a wide range of opinions, the wisdom of a crowd and lots of new faces (with aforementioned opinions), of course there are some downsides too.

When it comes to other forums sharing and discussing MN posts, we do appreciate that it is a frustrating situation, and we wholeheartedly agree and wish that we could do more - especially when it's leaving our users upset and, rightfully, angry, but unfortunately it is just a cross we have to bear if we're to keep the site open and easily accessible for our users, and that is something we think is important.

If MN has shared you post on our social page (nb we don't consider all threads suitable for sharing) and you want it taken down, we will do this.

More information on our Terms of Use can be found here.

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