We all know that social media can be a great way to connect with friends and family, but it can also be a minefield of potential embarrassment. So what should you not post on social media? Here are a few things to avoid: 1. Personal information 2. Embarrassing photos or videos 3. Rants about politics or religion 4. Complaints about work or school 5. Excessive profanity 6. Threats or hate speech 7. Links to viruses or malware 8. Illegal activity
Social media dos and don’ts
When it comes to social media, there are certain dos and don’ts that you should always keep in mind. First and foremost, remember that anything and everything you post online is public and permanent. Once something is put out there, it can be very difficult to take it back. With that in mind, here are some social media dos and don’ts to keep in mind:
Do:
-Think before you post. Ask yourself if what you’re about to share is something you’d be comfortable with the whole world seeing.
-Be mindful of what you share about others. If you wouldn’t want someone sharing personal details about you without your permission, don’t do the same to others.
-Use caution when sharing photos or videos. Again, consider if you’d be comfortable with everyone seeing whatever it is you’re about to share.
-Respect people’s privacy settings. Just because someone has their profile set to public doesn’t mean they want everything they post shared with the world. Respect their privacy settings and only share what they’ve made visible to everyone.
Don’t:
-Post anything illegal or compromising. This includesthings like copyrighted material, trade secrets, passwords, etc. Not only could this get you into legal trouble, but it could also jeopardize your job or future career opportunities.
-Share confidential information about