Do I have to tell you that once you post something on a social network it’s there to stay? When you post something ‘out there’, it can be assumed that you are freely giving your personal information to the public.
I can’t stress enough that you need to be cautious when posting personal information or certain, maybe provocative, photos. Sharing information freely poses legal and serious implications – it can be used against you in a court of law.
Consider the following risks that may arise:
- Nothing is private. Everything can and will be traced back to you. If you are going to post a
photo online, ask yourself if you want your parents to see it. How will this affect you? - Never post anything involving criminal activity because you can be investigated and arrested.
- Never forget that hackers are out there. Do you want your personal information to be stolen?
Have you heard about identity theft? - Watch what you post on your Facebook page. Potential employers may read it. Would you
like to miss out on attending that college you worked so hard to get into?
Today it seems everyone has a Facebook or Twitter account. Be cautious and smart when using these or other social networking sites. Just remember all information and photos, once posted, is out there for anyone to see and it stays in cyberspace for many years to come.
As social media use has become more common, so have incidents of users getting into big trouble for threatening posts. If you have questions regarding what’s safe to post and what to avoid, contact a skilled and knowledgeable family attorney in Orange County.
Call the family law offices of Amy M. Montes for the help and understanding you need and deserve.
