Piloting new tools that give people in India more control over who can download and share their profile pictures. In addition, exploring ways where people can more easily add designs to profile pictures, which research has shown helpful in deterring misuse. Based on on experience in India, it will be expanded to other countries soon. New Controls People in India will start seeing a step-by-step guide to add an optional profile picture guard. When you add this guard: Other people will no longer be able to download, share or send your profile picture in a message on Facebook People you’re not friends with on Facebook won’t be able to tag anyone, including themselves, in your profile picture Where possible, It will prevent others from taking a screenshot of your profile picture on Facebook, which is currently available only on Android devices. A blue border will be displayed and shield around your profile picture as a visual cue of protection


