“If you type in the field on your Facebook profile where it says ‘what’s on your mind!
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Perfect one to roast 😆 — let’s debunk this step by step.
The Claim
“If you type in the field on your Facebook profile where it says ‘what’s on your mind!’ that Facebook does not have authority to use my photos, it stops them from legally using them!”
The Sarcastic, Funny Debunk
Oh yes, of course. Because typing a magical spell into your Facebook status box suddenly rewrites Facebook’s multi-billion-dollar Terms of Service agreement. Next time, try “Abracadabra, no ads for me!” and watch Zuckerberg personally deliver your data back in a box with a bow. 🎁📦
This is like walking into a gym, signing their waiver, then yelling “BUT I DON’T CONSENT!” while bench-pressing. Sorry champ, the contract you clicked “I Agree” on still applies.
Why It’s Fake
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Facebook doesn’t work that way. Posting something on your timeline doesn’t override the legally binding Terms of Service you already agreed to when you signed up. It’s not a magic escape clause; it’s just you yelling into the digital void.
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Contracts beat status updates. If it were true, lawyers would be out of business. Everyone would just update their Facebook with “I don’t owe taxes” or “I declare myself a billionaire.” 💸
Accuracy of the Text
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Not accurate. Facebook can use your photos under the license you granted them when you created your account (non-exclusive, transferable, royalty-free license so they can display/share your stuff on their platform).
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The only way to change that? Delete your account. Not copy-paste sorcery in the status bar.