The commies want to control the memes of production pic.twitter.com/UPzSBvvMjI
— Rothmus 🏴 (@Rothmus) June 7, 2024
HOLY SH**t . This is absolute BONKERS. Adobe’s new terms of service (that forces you to agree or your locked out of your Adobe products) not only lets Adobe access to your private content (I bet to train more ai data) but also gives them a license for them to reproduce and… pic.twitter.com/8qCkfmOkzl
— CodeMiko (@codemiko) June 6, 2024
Adobe’s recent changes to its terms of service have indeed sparked concern among creators. When users opened Photoshop, they were greeted with a pop-up informing them of these adjustments. While it’s common for companies to update their terms of service, Adobe’s changes go beyond the usual permissions. Specifically, section 2.2 of the terms now grants Adobe the right to access content generated from its programs for various purposes, including training artificial intelligence (AI). Here’s a summary of the key points:
- Access to Your Content: Adobe’s updated terms of service allow them to access and view your content for various purposes, including moderation. However, this access is limited and only as permitted by law.
- Purposes: Adobe’s access serves several purposes:
- Responding to feedback or support requests.
- Detecting and addressing fraud, security, legal, or technical issues.
- Enforcing the terms of service.
- Improving services and software using techniques like machine learning.
Naturally, creators expressed their dissatisfaction with these new rules. Some felt that Adobe was overstepping by demanding access to their work. For instance, Sam Santala, founder of Songhorn Studios, criticized Adobe for locking him out of Photoshop unless he agreed to grant full access to his projects. Director Duncan Jones also voiced frustration, highlighting the absurdity of requiring access to creators’ work simply because they use Adobe’s software.
In response to the backlash, Adobe clarified that their access is limited and necessary for operating services, improving software, and complying with legal requirements (such as screening for abusive content). However, the debate continues, with professionals concerned about the implications for projects under non-disclosure agreements (NDAs) and sensitive content. If you’re an Adobe user, it’s essential to stay informed about these changes and make an informed decision based on your needs and comfort level.
Artists are frustrated with Adobe after updating Photoshop’s terms of service so the company can access its users’ work. pic.twitter.com/2VH1SUKvsv
— TechCrunch (@TechCrunch) June 7, 2024
JUST IN: Adobe has locked clients out of photoshop and other software unless they agree to new terms of service which effectively is SPYWARE!
Adobe demands unlimited access to ALL your content and permission to monitor your files. pic.twitter.com/y7UU2IZJJu
— Radar🚨 (@RadarHits) June 6, 2024
Adobe Photoshop's updated terms of service now include a clause granting the company the right to access and use the work created by users, sparking concerns among the creative community. #Adobe #Photoshop #TermsOfServicet.co/624d1FB8H3
— Jesse Ben Israel (@jessebenisrael) June 7, 2024
Adobe adding the new clause in their terms of service that you agree to give them unlimited access to anything you create using their paid products is like the person who sold you the hammer used to build your house demanding a key to the front door.
— DaithĂ J (@daithijc) June 7, 2024
Adobe users are furious about the company's terms of service change to help it train AI t.co/I8e6w6FNiX #Pro
— Ahmed Serougi (@ahmed_serougi) June 7, 2024
h/t Kingzzor