Summary
- With the number of social media platforms continually rising, it can be hard to know what to post and what not to post, particularly when it comes to personal information
- While social media can be great for connecting with others, there is a line that shouldn’t be crossed in terms of what you share with people
- In addition, sharing locations and plans in real-time can lead to unwanted attention, not to mention the risk of passwords being hacked if shared via social media
Warnings are also given about sharing information about your children, not only putting them at risk of harm, but also potentially causing disagreement with your partner about the desirability of posting images of them.
- Finally, and most importantly, never ever post your Social Security Number, leaving you open to scams and identity theft.
Overall, while social media is increasingly ubiquitous in our lives, there are definite risks attached to some forms of content sharing which, as netizens, we all need to be aware of.