Google Blocks Contact Details Importing to Facebook

Google, known for promoting the open web, is getting stern with its data, especially where it relates to Facebook, reports Reuters. Google will no longer allow websites to automate the import of users’ Google (Gmail and Android) Contacts (via Google API) unless the websites allow similar export to other sites. Though Google has given Facebook free access to its information, Facebook have not reciprocated.

Until now, someone signing up for Facebook could instantly add Gmail contacts who happened to have a Facebook account to their friend list. This feature will be deactivated by Google.

It is reported that, Google is in the advanced stages of creating its own social network that competes with Facebook. [via WMM.