Why do so many sites request my real name when making an account?

Question

I understand the need for real names and accountability on social media sites for example, but there are so many random websites that should only require an email and nothing more that also require this information.

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Answer 1

Social Media is sort of a vague term. It seems like almost anything could qualify as “social media” in some way of it involves interacting with anyone. I don’t know what the definition is and where that line for accountability starts. Any article that allows comments is basically it’s own mini social media.