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    “Think carefully before sharing personal details online,
                                              what seems harmless today could lead to serious privacy

                                                                      issues tomorrow.”

                      RISKS OF OVERSHARING ONLINE

                      Oversharing online refers to posting more personal information than necessary,
                      which can expose you to various risks. While sharing is a natural part of social
                      media  and communication,  it’s  important  to  recognise  the  potential  dangers  of

                      revealing too much.

                      Before you post anything, always ask yourself:

                                                                             Would I like
                                                                            my teacher or
                                       Does this post show                grandparents to

                                      personal information                    see this?
                                     like my school, address
                                       or phone number?

                                                                                        Would I be okay if a
                                                                                         stranger saw this?

                      Some risks of oversharing online include:
                          Sharing personal details, such as your full name, birthdate and address, can

                           make it easier for hackers to steal your identity.

                          Posting your location or daily activities, especially when you’re away, can alert
                           criminals or burglars to target your home.

                          Oversharing can make you a target for online stalkers or harassers, leading to

                           unwanted attention.
                          Once information is shared online, it  may  be  saved,  shared or archived  by

                           others, making it difficult to remove completely.

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