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Crisis Pregnancy Centers Quietly Remove Misleading Privacy Claims
In a promising sign that public pressure works, several crisis pregnancy centers (CPCs, also known as “fake clinics“) have quietly scrubbed misleading language about privacy protections from their websites.
Earlier this year, EFF sent complaints to attorneys general in eight states (FL, TX, AR and MO, TN, OK, LA, and AL) detailing how these centers deceptively advertise their services and mislead individuals seeking reproductive healthcare.
Our complaints focused on the fact that many CPCs claim to offer “confidential” or “private” services,while concurrently collecting and sharing sensitive personal data with third parties – including anti-abortion groups and,possibly,law enforcement. This practice creates a significant risk of harm, particularly for those seeking abortion care or other reproductive health services.
Now, some CPCs are responding by removing these misleading claims from their websites. While this is a positive step, it’s not a complete solution. Many centers still employ deceptive tactics, and the underlying problem – the intentional misleading of vulnerable individuals – remains.
Why This Matters
CPCs often present themselves as comprehensive healthcare providers, but they are primarily focused on discouraging abortion. They frequently use manipulative tactics to dissuade people from accessing the care they need, and they frequently enough provide medically inaccurate information. The false promise of privacy is just one piece of this larger problem.
Key Takeaways
- Crisis pregnancy centers are removing misleading claims about privacy.
- EFF filed complaints with attorneys general in eight states regarding deceptive practices.
- CP
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