Can an employer legally demand access to a private internet account as an interview employment condition?
Personally, I don’t understand why anyone would admit to having a myspace account to their boss/teacher. I have a myspace account, as well as accounts at other “community” websites, but I do not mention my name or any other identifiable information. With millions of accounts, it would take a miracle or a lot of patience for someone to stumble across my picture. I think it is a VERY good idea for anyone that uses public forums such as yahoo questions, myspace or whatever, to keep them separate from their real life. As for the legality, you would have to check with a lawyer. If the employer viewed the public pages, then there is nothing illegal or unethical. If they were made to open them via password in which it sounds like they did, there may be reason for a lawsuit if that is the path you wish to take.
