Glassdoor Criticized for Adding Users' Real Names Without Consent

The policy change, linked to the acquisition of Fishbowl, has sparked fears of compromised anonymity and privacy among users.

Glassdoor has reportedly been adding users' real names to their profiles without consent, raising privacy concerns.
The change is linked to Glassdoor's acquisition of Fishbowl, requiring users to verify their identity.
Users fear their anonymity for past reviews could be compromised in the event of a data breach.
Legal and digital rights experts express concerns over the potential for user identification despite Glassdoor's anonymity assurances.
Glassdoor maintains that reviews will remain anonymous, but the policy change has prompted some users to delete their accounts.