Glassdoor argued that adding names wouldn’t compromise employee anonymity
The honest-company-reviews platform, Glassdoor, known for letting the reviewer stay anonymous, is reportedly adding personal information like names and locations to users’ profiles without consent.
Several users took to social media to vent their frustration.
How is it possible?
Glassdoor’s acquisition of the semi-anonymous business networking site Fishbowl in 2023 led to changes in user verification requirements.
The business networking site requires users to disclose their full names, job titles, and employers during sign-up.
After the integration of the two, anyone logging in to Glassdoor must update the information to proceed.
Users fear the shift in privacy policy could compromise their anonymity and expose them to data breaches or legal demands.
Glassdoor argued the necessity of adding names, claiming it wouldn’t compromise anonymity. It also contends that the changes aim to enhance authenticity and prevent fake information.
The change in the platform’s verification requirements has led to several users deleting their accounts.