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I'd like to invite you all to share your thoughts and ideas about Lemmy. This feedback thread is a great place to do that, as it allows for easier discussions than Github thanks to the tree-like comment structure. This is also where the community is at.

Here's how you can participate:

  • Post one top-level comment per complaint or suggestion about Lemmy.
  • Reply to comments with your own ideas or links to Github issues related to the complaints.
  • Be specific and constructive. Avoid vague wishes and focus on specific issues that can be fixed.
  • This thread is a chance for us to not only identify the biggest pain points but also work together to find the best solutions.

By creating this periodic post, we can:

  • Track progress on issues raised in previous threads.
  • See how many issues have been resolved over time.
  • Gauge whether the developers are responsive to user feedback.

Your input may be valuable in helping prioritize development efforts and ensuring that Lemmy continues to meet the needs of its community. Let's work together to make Lemmy even better!

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[–] PumpkinDrama@reddthat.com -4 points 3 days ago* (last edited 2 days ago) (6 children)

Lemmy’s approach to privacy is fundamentally flawed compared to other social media platforms. All your posts are permanently public under your profile, with no option to restrict visibility. This means anyone can see your outdated and potentially cringe-worthy posts at any time, and tech companies could likely de-anonymize your profile by analyzing the topics you post about. The open profile design only serves to enable stalking and doesn't contribute anything practical to the site.

[–] Steve@communick.news 15 points 3 days ago

Lemmy privacy isn't a joke, because there isn't any. It's 100% public by design.
If you want to keep something private, don't post it publicly online.

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