Privacy International releases rankings of online companies

In a consultation report released today, Privacy International assesses the practices of key Internet-based companies, listing the best and worst performers across the spectrum of search, email, e-commerce and social networking sites. None of the 23 online companies assessed were found to merit the top "privacy-friendly" rating, and some demonstrated "willful or mindless disregard for the privacy rights of their customers". Privacy International invites comments on this consultation report, with a view to publishing a more detailed report in September. Privacy International website - follow up to report Critique of PI Report