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Send someone you appreciate an official 'Continue and Persist' Letter (continueandpersist.org)

1414 points by adnanaga · 616 days ago · 224 comments on HN

Article summary

The article appears to be about a service that allows users to send a 'Continue and Persist' letter to someone they appreciate, with the option to have the letter sent directly by the service or to use a template to create their own. The service is offered for free, with the option for a donation. The discussion in the comments reveals concerns about data privacy and the potential for the service to collect and share personal information. The service's terms and conditions have raised some eyebrows, with some commenters expressing skepticism about the service's intentions.

Main themes

  • Data privacy
  • Intellectual property
  • Gift giving
  • Online services
  • Personal information
  • Free software

What commenters say

  • The service's terms and conditions suggest that they may share user data with business partners, which raises concerns about data privacy and potential misuse.
  • Some commenters believe that the service is a clever way to collect valid mailing addresses and personal information, which could be valuable for targeted advertising or other purposes.
  • Others argue that the data collected by the service is likely to be of little value, given the availability of similar information online, and that the service is simply a kind gesture.
  • There is disagreement about the potential for the service to infringe on copyright or trademark law, with some commenters arguing that the concept is not original enough to be protected.
  • Some commenters are skeptical of the service's intentions, citing the potential for data collection and sharing, while others see it as a genuine attempt to provide a useful service.
  • The service's offer to send letters on behalf of users has raised concerns about privacy and the potential for unwanted contact, with some commenters preferring to maintain control over their personal information.
  • There are differing opinions on the value of the service, with some seeing it as a convenient way to show appreciation and others viewing it as unnecessary or even creepy.