[arunima]

Those are some very useful tips.There has been an increase on crimes that has used social media contacts and information. People have to learn social media etiquettes and also ways to keep themselves self as well as their loved ones. One has to know the limits to play safe.

[friendociate]

If you want to discuss politics, Do not use your public account. Politicians have paid troll armies, and they will target you if you disagree with their cause. I do not use my personal social media for my privacy sake. I made an anonymous private account for that purpose. My Private account is unknown to my family and friends because I have different beliefs from them, and many of my opinions will offend them. Many people also got fired from their job because of political thoughts.

I would say, "If someone would fire you because you don't share their political beliefs, you probably don't want to be working for them anyway"; but I'm thinking that 'these people pay me to agree with their position' is more compelling in today's tough job-market.

Do not have the same password for all your online accounts. Once a hacker figures out your account's password, they will try to use it for your other accounts. It is also why I do not have the same username on every platform I join because it makes me an easy target for hackers. I knew someone who had the same username on all platforms he entered and had the same password, and with ease, the hacker got to steal most of his soc media account, and his account got used for flooding spam and other malicious things.

My Microsoft Edge browser often suggests a strong password (different from all my other passwords), which it automatically remembers when I use that site.

[Netherrealmer]

I think it is fine to use your real name, however, you should avoid sharing your personal details such as email, phone number, exact location, etc.
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Not in Politics, I will get murdered by the government if I said I support Kurdistan with my public profile.

[Jem Smith]

Good general advice. I would add though that you can be cyber bullied even if you have never cyber bullied anyone, and that you shouldn't do that just because it's wrong, not because you want to avoid retaliation.

[Fergal]

Thanks Netherrealmer for posting a popular article, sending ForumCoin now

[Gamos95]

Social media can be enjoyable and connect you with people worldwide, but it can also have long-lasting negative effects. To stay safe, be mindful of what you post and set boundaries.