FTC Slams OkCupid and Match Group for Unauthorized Data Sharing
The FTC filed a complaint against OkCupid and Match Group Americas, alleging they deceived users by sharing personal data (including photos and location) with a third party without proper disclosure or opt-outs, in violation of their privacy promises. The proposed settlement permanently bans misrepresenting privacy practices and data handling; the investigation, conducted under a Civil Investigative Demand, led to a case in the Northern District of Texas and centers on nearly three million user photos and related data.
