Free Cash Offer Backtracks on Privacy Concerns

Temu

Temu, a popular online shopping app known for its low prices, got into hot water over a recent cash giveaway promotion. The offer promised new users up to £50 (around $60 USD) for signing up others, but it came at a cost: a lot of personal information.

Many users were excited about the free cash, but worried about the privacy implications. To get the reward, they had to agree to let Temu use a wide range of personal details, like their picture, name, address, and even their opinions! This raised concerns that Temu might be collecting too much information and using it for unknown purposes.

Under pressure

from worried customers and a government agency that oversees data privacy, Temu has changed its mind. They listened to the feedback and decided to "tweak" the terms of the offer. Now, you won't have to share as much personal information to get the free cash. Temu admits the old rules were too broad and went overboard on what they could collect.

What was the
original offer?

• Temu's giveaway aimed to attract new users by offering them a cash reward for signing up others. Here's the breakdown:
• ·         New users had 24 hours to convince friends and family to join Temu using a special link.
• ·         Each new user who signed up through the link would get a cash reward between £40 and £50 (around $48 to $60 USD).
• ·         This reward could be paid to their PayPal account or given as store credit on Temu.
• ·         Existing Temu users could also participate, but they might have had to convince more people to sign up to get the same reward.

What was the problem?

The issue wasn't the cash giveaway itself, but the hidden cost – giving up a lot of personal information. The terms and conditions stated that users who participated agreed to let Temu use their:

• ·         Photo
• ·         Name
• ·         Likeness (basically, how you look and are recognizable)
• ·         Voice
• ·         Opinions
• ·         Statements

·         Biographical information (like your birthday or hometown)

·         Hometown and state

Temu could then use this information for advertising and promotion in any way they wanted, anywhere in the world, and forever! This broad reach and lack of an end date made many people uncomfortable.

What changed?

Thankfully, Temu responded to the concerns. They realized their initial terms were too demanding and have made changes. Now, you won't have to share as much personal information to benefit from the free cash offer.

What does this mean for you?

If you're considering joining Temu for the free cash, it's important to read the latest terms and conditions carefully. While the exact details haven't been released yet, it's safe to assume you'll need to share less personal information than before.

A word of caution

Temu is a relatively new company, and it has faced criticism in the past regarding the potential use of forced labor in its supply chain. While the free cash offer might be tempting, it's always a good idea to research a company before you give them any personal information.