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[–] sqgl@sh.itjust.works 3 points 11 months ago* (last edited 11 months ago) (1 child)

I got flagged on Facebook for using an obviously fake name. So I changed to a more plausible sounding name and it worked. I had prepared a doctored passport scan but it wasn't necessary.

For another FB account they wanted me to get at least two user friends to verify they know me or some bs like that. I didn't bother. Years later I was able to log into that one anyhow.

They know that they can't push too hard.

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[–] MoreZombies 3 points 11 months ago*

mine is still blocked ;_; not that it is an issue anymore. I did create a second account for a bit but now am basically completely disconnected from their... "service"... of my own volition.

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[–] mjr@infosec.pub 1 point 11 months ago (1 child)

What do you use instead for online social groups? Do you ever hit a group or business that's only on Meta apps, whether fakebook or whatsapp?

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[–] MoreZombies 2 points 11 months ago

I guess I don't, anymore? I have my fedi-stuff, which basically comes down to Piefed and Pixelfed.

I had a hard think about what things I use, and why, and realized all the social networks I used I didn't need. Facebook and Instagram became a ritual of watching Reels, and I didn't really use the rest. I liked keeping a photoblog though, hence having a Pixelfed account.

If a business only has a Facebook presence...well I probably didn't need to interact anyway? And if I do I am sure I can find a number, an email, or go in person..