Facebook Updates Sign-Up Language, States It Will Never Charge Users

In an effort to combat rumors that the site will charge users for access, Facebook has updated the language on the account sign-up form on the front page to read, “It’s free (and always will be)”. Despite Facebook spokesman Larry Yu directly addressing concerns last month by telling CNN, “We have absolutely no plans to charge for the basic service of using Facebook,” some users still believe the company is looking to pull a bait-and-switch.

While many in Silicon Valley are focused on other Facebook issues, like privacy, security, and the implementation of Credits, much of the public appears to be more worried about being forced to pay direct fees.

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