I'm curious if facebook is crossing privacy boundaries by requesting a SIN # for access?

Question

Not even banks ask for this info - they send an email and ask clarifying questions - or google may text a new password

I recently thought I'd my facebook account was compromised, but it seems I have been "temporarily locked out" of the account and need to provide some very personal info to log into my account such as passport number, immigration ID with picture, or birth certificate, SIN or bank statement copy.

I searched the internet and found other people have experienced the same. Even following facebooks directions from the email reply sent to ([e-mail]) lead me to the same process.

Here's the text from the fields:

Your account is temporarily locked.
We've temporarily locked your account so no one else can log in as you. To regain access, please complete this quick security check.
Note that attempting to access someone else's account is a violation of Facebook's terms. It may also be illegal. If you are not _____, press the "Cancel" button below.


Your account is temporarily locked.
In order to regain access to your account, please log in from one of these computers you recently used:
• Firefox for Win7 (February 14 at 9:26pm)
• Firefox for Win7 (February 14 at 9:13pm)
If you are unable to access any of these computers, you can


Upload a photo ID
To make sure this is your account, we need you to upload a color photo of your government-issued ID. Your ID should include your name, birthday and photo.
Acceptable IDs include your:
• Passport
• Driver's license
• State-issued ID card
• Military ID card
• Immigration ID with signature
We won't accept:
• Your profile picture
• Everyday pictures
• Clip art

Upload alternate IDs
If you don't have a government-issued ID, you can upload two alternate IDs. Together, these IDs should show your name, birthday and photo.
Some acceptable alternate IDs:
• Utility bill
• Company or school ID
• Library or sports club card
• Birth certificate
• Social security card
• Bank statement

Answer 1

Face book is affiliated with the CIA and is used by law enforcement to monitor you and your friends activities....I closed my face book page...you might want to consider doing so

Answer 2

This is an identity thief! You are being scammed! Call the cops and make a report. Call the Credit Reporting Agencies and put a lock on your identify and credit.



Never indicate on FB that you are going on vacation. You can talk about it AFTER you get back. Bet this guy already knows where you live!

Answer 3

Totally crossi.g boundaries!

Answer 4

what!?! that is crazy. i would def say thats violating privacy and completly unsafe