A digital footprint is the record of your online activity -- everything from the websites you visit and the emails you send to the posts, comments, and photos you share on social media. This information can be tracked, stored, and sometimes shared, creating a lasting impression of your identity on the internet. This short video explains more about protecting your reputation online.
What you choose to share on social media is always your decision, but what others choose to do with your information may not always be in your control. This article offers some social media safety tips.
Social media platforms, like Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter, do provide privacy settings, but they are naturally more public and social than traditional communication methods. What you post online can shape how others see you, so it’s important to be thoughtful about what you choose to share.
Before you post anything online, ask yourself: How would you feel if your family, your teachers, your coaches, or your neighbors found your post, video, etc.? Watch this video for more.
Facebook is a social media platform that allows users to connect with friends and family, share updates, photos, and videos, and join communities of interest. It also offers features like messaging, event planning, and access to news and entertainment.
If you're considering joining Facebook, this lesson will guide you through the basics to help you get started. You'll learn key Facebook terms, how to set up an account, and get an overview of the homepage, Timeline, and the mobile app.
If you choose to share things publicly on Facebook,anyone with an account will be able to find and view your Facebook information, posts, and activity. This could impact your privacy in a variety of ways.
Facebook is designed for sharing with your friends. You can post a variety of content, including status updates, photos, links, and your location, and you can also share directly by posting on a friend’s Timeline.
If you choose to stop using Facebook, you can easily deactivate your account, which hides all your information from others, including your Timeline, posts, and photos. You can reactivate your account at any time and restore your previous content if you decide to return.