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As an example: http://www.etsy.com/people/vanessakaleidoscope/feedback?type... I don't mean to pick on this person, but I'm using this page as an example (and it is from the P-A forums, I didn't dig it up).

Some users think that "feedback" is like an email to the seller; it won't be public.

Given that people are upset, why doesn't Etsy just disable this "feedback is public on your profile" feature?

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Because that would defeat the purpose. For a site like etsy feedback is very important and if a buyer or seller is untrustworthy you need to know.

I agree. But psuedo-anonymize it! Just like Amazon gives you an option to pick a name to go with your feedback.

> This is a lovely glass......ummmmm.....massager. Yeah, that's it! A massager! Use it for aches and pains on your neck, back, or, um, yeah.. ;-) Don't worry, your secret is safe with me ;-)

The description of the dildo.

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