In the recent years, social media popularity has risen and people started sharing personal information online. In this essay, I will discuss the advantages and disadvantages of this trend and how can people protect their privacy.
Firstly, social media has made has made life easier in many aspects. For example, if you need help regarding a certain problem you can post about your issue online and you will get many solution suggestions from other users. Moreover, social media plays an important role in entertainment nowadays. If you are a social media influencer, posting personal content may be necessary to keep your audience and therefore maintain your social media income.
On the other hand, having your personal information openly available to anyone is quite risky. Specially when you do not know the people who have their hands over your details, you may be attracting stalkers and hackers. When the content also involves kids, you may be putting them in danger. Nevertheless, it may also give people unapproved right to criticize you and your lifestyle. They might involve their opinions in the way you raise your kids, whether your house is clean or even how you do your makeup.
Thirdly, there are many ways one could protect their privacy online. For instance if i need assistance with a certain issue I can post anonymously and include as many details necessary. Furthermore, if I need to post a video I can post it without showing my face in the tape or even blurring my face.
In conclusion, social media may be a useful tool if used responsibly. It can be entertaining but privacy limits should be taken into consideration.