Facebook is adding a new transparency ledger to its platform. This system will use blockchain technology to track changes made to public posts. The goal is to give users more insight into how content evolves over time.
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The ledger will record every edit or deletion of public-facing material. It will store this data in a secure and unchangeable format. Anyone will be able to view the history of a post without seeing private user information. Facebook says this move supports its commitment to openness.
The company has faced criticism in the past over content moderation. Some users felt decisions lacked clarity. With this new tool, Facebook hopes to build trust. People will see exactly what changed and when it happened.
This feature will roll out first to public figures and news organizations. Later, it may expand to all public posts. The system runs on a permissioned blockchain. That means only authorized parties can add records. But anyone can read the public entries.
Facebook worked with outside experts to design the ledger. They focused on privacy and performance. The tool does not collect extra data from users. It only logs actions already visible on public posts.
Testing begins next month in select regions. If results are positive, a wider release will follow. Facebook believes this step will help users understand content better. It also aims to reduce confusion about post edits.
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The transparency ledger is part of a larger effort to improve accountability. Facebook continues to explore ways to make its platform more open. This update shows progress in that direction.
