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Privacy Frankly, we could write an entire book on Facebook privacy. But in the interest of time, we’ll mention the major types of privacy you need to be aware of as a Facebook user. Inter-user privacy: Friends with your boss on Facebook? Consider adding him or her to a “ list .” Then you can choose what updates they can view. You may also choose to limit certain lists from viewing posts other people tag you in by visiting the basic privacy settings. Public profile : You can control the information non-friends can see on your public profile. Almost every feature of your profile has an edit option, which allows you to select who can view that information (public, friends only, only you, etc.). Learn more here . Third-party access: In order to use Facebook Open Graph apps like Spotify and Pinterest , those companies need to access certain information on your profile. They’ll ask for permissions before you begin using the app. Be aware that each app has different privacy risks . If you don’t want that information to be accessible through Facebook’s APIs, learn how to turn off access . Similarly, you can also opt out of Facebook social ads — the ads that appear to you based on brands your friends like. Facebook privacy can be complicated. See our additional privacy guides for more detailed information: The New Facebook: How to Take Control of Your Privacy 7 Big Privacy Concerns for New Facebook and the Open Graph How Much Do Your Friends’ Facebook Apps Know About You? 9. Facebook Apps Built on the social network’s Open Graph (a collection of your preferences, likes, interests and activity on Facebook and from around the web), Facebook apps allow you to personalize and enhance your participation on the social network. They can add anything from games ( FarmVille ) to photo albums to quizzes to music (Spotify). Most of Facebook’s apps come from outside developers that use Facebook’s API. Many represent strong partnerships and add additional social layers, like Washington Post Social Reader and Foursquare . Enabling each Facebook app means granting that app permission to access data on your profile and post on your behalf. This often means sharing on your Timeline how you interact with that app. For example, when you use the Spotify app, the company will share songs you listen to on your Timeline for your friends to see and interact with — unless you choose to hide that activity . (Keep in mind many of these sharing options can be customized.) A word of caution: Well-made apps can add a fun and engaging layer to your Facebook experience, but using too many of them or requesting others to join might annoy your friends (and in the worst cases, compromise their privacy). You should only use apps recommended by friends you trust, or provided by reputable companies. 1. Fab.com Fab.com has integrated social shopping features with Facebook Timeline. You can add your purchases on Fab.com to your Timeline, and you can also opt to have your Fab username present or hidden. If you don't want every purchase shared on your Timeline, you can filter specific categories, such as gifts or adult purchases, so that they don't appear on your profile. Image courtesy of Flickr, cloud_nine Click here to view this gallery. 10. Subscribe When enabled, Facebook Subscribe reveals certain features and updates on your Timeline to the public. (Don’t worry, you can control what information people see.) The feature is especially useful for celebrities and journalists and other public figures who wish to interact with fans or followers without granting them access to their private profiles. It’s similar to Twitter’s very public and transparent nature. If a person has enabled Subscribe, you’ll see the button on the top-right of his or her Timeline. Many users opt out of Subscribe, choosing simply to interact with approved friends. But keep in mind that the tool may be useful for specific cases, such as making yourself a little more transparent when applying for a job (assuming everything is appropriate). You’re automatically subscribed to all your friends, but try searching for celebs or personalities who have enabled the feature — more are participating every day. For more tips of getting the most out of Subscribe, check out these resources: Facebook Subscribe Button: What It Means for Each Type of User Facebook Subscribe for Journalists: What Works and What Doesn’t 5 Most Popular Musicians to Subscribe to on Facebook 5 Top Celebrities to Subscribe to on Facebook 11. Facebook Mobile Facebook created a mobile app to supplement your desktop browsing. The app presents a scaled-down News Feed and simplified Timeline, but still offers a surprising amount of features. You can chat, use Facebook apps, add photos , view activity by list and, of course, post status updates. The major distinguishing feature of Facebook mobile is the “check-in.” While you still have the capability to check in via desktop, mobile users use Facebook’s location feature far more frequently, for obvious reasons. Visiting your favorite restaurant or taking your kids to a theme park? Let everyone know your whereabouts, and even tag friends who are with you. This guide really just scratches the surface of Facebook’s core features and culture. There’s a lot more to explore, but this primer should get any Facebook newbie up to speed. How would you teach Facebook to a first-time user? Share your strategies and resources in the comments below. 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