DMA: Meta offers EU users more choices

Meta Platforms, the parent company of Instagram and Facebook, has announced plans to provide increased options to users across Europe to enhance user experience and comply with the European Union’s Digital Markets Act (DMA).

The largest global social network is now joining others in adapting to the DMA, following Google’s lead in complying with the new EU technology regulations. These changes have the potential to impact the revenues of certain companies.

Over the next few weeks, users will receive notifications informing them that they can choose if they would like to share their information between its services, Meta said in a blog post.

The Digital Markets Act (DMA) mandates that all major technology companies, including Meta Platforms, adhere to certain obligations before the March 7 deadline. One of the central requirements outlined in the DMA is that these companies must treat their own services and products on par with those of their competitors.

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The implementation of the DMA in Europe underscores the importance of fostering a competitive digital market and safeguarding user rights.

Facebook Messenger users will be able to choose if they want their Facebook account linked to their Messenger account, or have separate accounts for both services, the company said.

Meta now allows users with linked Instagram and Facebook accounts to manage them independently, deciding whether to share information between the two. Additionally, users can choose to share information between their Facebook accounts and the platform’s Gaming and Marketplace services.