[Removed]: The Real Censorship is Secret Suppression

Social media's secretly removed content and its impact on public perception.

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Shadow Bans Only Fool Humans, Not Bots

117 implied HN points • 02 Jan 24

🕹 Technology Social media Content Moderation AI Data Privacy

Shadow bans do not fool bots, only humans
Platforms like Reddit and Facebook have used shadow banning as a way to moderate content secretly
Shadow bans empower bots and are not effective against repeat offenders

The beginnings of shadowbans and bozo filters

255 implied HN points • 18 Apr 23

🕹 Technology Social media

Shadow moderation can happen without your knowledge on social media platforms.
Various platforms use tools like shadowbans to moderate content.
Transparency in content moderation is crucial for users to adjust their behavior.

Hate Online Censorship? It's Way Worse Than You Think.

137 implied HN points • 21 Jul 23

🕹 Technology Social media Censorship Moderation Disinformation Online Communication

Online censorship is more pervasive and secretive than many realize.
Services can suppress content without notifying authors, leading to a lack of transparency.
Pushing back against secret suppression and promoting transparent communication is essential for maintaining trust and fostering good communication online.

Twitter's Throttling Of "What is a Woman?" Was Not Censorship

12 HN points • 19 Jun 23

🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Social media Free speech Censorship Online Discourse Transparency

Censorship on social media depends on how platforms throttle, not what they throttle
Secretive throttling of content on social media is widespread and concerning
Platforms must prioritize transparency in their content moderation practices