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diff --git a/doc/Connectors.md b/doc/Connectors.md index 45bce8d9a..d9ad0e9b0 100644 --- a/doc/Connectors.md +++ b/doc/Connectors.md @@ -26,6 +26,8 @@ These are described as the "federated social web" or OStatus contacts. Please note that there are **no** privacy provisions on the OStatus network. Any message which is delivered to **any** OStatus member is visible to anybody in the world and will negate any privacy settings that you have in effect. These messages will also turn up in public searches. +Since OStatus communications do not use authentication, if you select the profile privacy option to hide your profile and messages from unknown viewers, OStatus members will **not** be able to recieve your communications. + To connect with an OStatus member insert their profile URL or Identity address into the Connect box on your [Contacts](contacts) page. The StatusNet connector may be used if you wish posts to appear on an OStatus site using an existing OStatus account. |