15 Reasons Why People Use Facebook Even After Billions Of Dollars In Fines

Despite billions in fines, people still use Facebook. A forum user asked this and here are the top responses.

OLD PEOPLE IN MY FAMILY CHASTISE ME

"I no longer use it, but my elders criticize me for leaving. They can't break their routine. Facebook's active users are likely aging."

DON’T HAVE ANYTHING TO HIDE

“The general public doesn’t care about that type of stuff. If you asked a random Facebook user, they’d probably say, ‘I don’t have anything to hide.'”

THESE FINES BARELY DO ANYTHING TO FACEBOOK

"I quit all social media platforms, including WhatsApp & Telegram, a year ago. I now communicate via Qamon.io without fear of my data's misuse by Mark Zuckerberg. Though people choose Facebook's convenience, I believe in decentralized communication for mass adoption despite current technology limitations."

PRIVACY IS NOT IMPORTANT

"People don't value privacy as much as they think. Minor lifestyle benefits outweigh the perceived zero value they ascribe to privacy. Few things remain private, like certain adult content. People's differing values aren't recognized."

FORTIFIES SENSE OF COMMUNITY

"They don't care about privacy, profiling, or data security. They crave comfort and community. I left Facebook in 2017, but many still stay."

FOLLOW A BAND ON FACEBOOK

"I use Facebook mainly for technical death metal updates, tour dates and local music news. Alternatives aren't as effective for me."

PEOPLE PRIORITIZE BENEFITS OVER PRIVACY

"It's unclear why Europe believes storing data on European servers deters American spies. The benefits from Facebook products outweigh their privacy concerns."

ADDICTION

“Addiction. Didn’t Meta even do a study on this?”

IMPORTANT GATHERINGS

People mistakenly think if it's not on Facebook, it isn't happening. The inverse also holds; people advertise their events on Facebook assuming everyone will know. Consequently, I have a Facebook account and check once a week, to ensure I don't miss out on important events.

FAMILIARITY

"Familiarity, deeply rooted in lives, brings 'mind pleasure' that people defend and continue using, if it serves them."

STOCKHOLM SYNDROME

“Stockholm syndrome. Let’s put jokes aside. Been using it for years and have quite a few people on there I otherwise wouldn’t have contact with.”

NO OTHER VIABLE ALTERNATIVE

"Facebook dominates due to convenience, habit, and lack of alternatives. Economically active citizens, businesses, and politicians use it to connect. Despite misinformation, the positives outweigh negatives. Facebook can be used beneficially."

UNIQUE VILLAIN IN CYBERSPACE

“While Facebook is an excellent platform for community interaction, the negative content shared, often complaints, can be overwhelming. Despite concern for privacy, usage in a safe manner should negate risk. Hopefully, alternatives like Mastodon gain popularity.” [Link remains unchanged]

DIFFERENT TIMESCALES

"Older people perceive time differently. 13 years ago, I joined Facebook to connect with family. To me (Gen X), it's recent. To a boomer, it's practically yesterday. They resist change."

PEOPLE CAN’T KEEP THEIR INSIPID THOUGHTS TO THEMSELVES

"Humans no longer keep thoughts to themselves, seeking validation from strangers instead. Facebook gives space for this, aiding in coping mechanisms. Though data breaches may occur, users stay strong. Scrolling mindlessly is now socially acceptable, but also exposes children to problems in society. Privacy invasion is overlooked for likes."

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