Facebook's users upload millions of photos daily, and Facebook has added functionality to add tags to identifying the people in them. Just a few days ago, we found out that Facebook is scanning, with facial recognition software, every single picture that is uploaded to their servers and grouping similar faces. Doesn't this creepy you out? Its grouping even non-Facebook members. Yes, you get a message when people tag you but Facebook is storing this information. What could they do with this data? The company could use it to sell you advertisements or even be used against you in court with a subpoena.
There is something small you can do. It still doesn't stop Facebook from grouping data but ...
If for any reason you don't want your name to be suggested, you will be able to disable suggested tags in your Privacy Settings. Just click "Customize Settings" and "Suggest photos of me to friends." Your name will no longer be suggested in photo tags, though friends can still tag you manually. You can learn more about this feature in our Help Center.
Be aware of what Facbook does and speak out. If we are not heard we might have a new Big Brother.
Suggestion: Post your opinion in their Help Center.