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Here are some steps to build a constructive digital footprint:

Be positive and kind: Share content that reflects your values and spreads positivity.
Showcase your skills and hobbies: Highlight your talents and achievements professionally.

Maintain consistency: Keep your online presence consistent and professional across platforms.

Create and share original content: Share your own work to add value to the digital space.
Let’s understand this with the help of an example.

Subash Chandar, an Indian-origin math’s teacher living in New Zealand, provides free YouTube
classes to students preparing for entrance exams in India and New Zealand. Students appreciate
how his videos clarify tough topics and allow revision at any time.

His online presence demonstrates how a constructive digital footprint can be helpful.

Building a positive digital footprint is simple. Here are the 3 Ps to remember:

Profile Privacy Positive

Profile: Keep your personal details safe. Use only your first name on public platforms.

Privacy: Keep passwords secure and avoid oversharing personal information.

Positive: Share content that you are proud of and that doesn’t harm others.

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DIGITAL FOOTPRINT CHECK Century #Critical Thinking
Skills #Media Literacy

Visit https://www.digitalfootprintcheck.com/ . This website helps you understand and manage
your online presence by showing what information about you is available on the web.

Now, assess yourself and answer the following questions:
If you were to check your own social media today, what are two things you would remove, edit or hide
to make your footprint better?

List two actions you can start doing from today that will help you build a better digital footprint.

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