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Online privacy refers to how personal information is collected, used, and shared when people use digital platforms. Many students use social media daily, but few fully understand how much data they expose. Every post, like, search, or location tag can be tracked by apps and companies. Even when accounts are set to “private,” some information can still be accessed or stored.
Students often unknowingly share details such as their habits, interests, and even locations through app permissions. To stay safe, experts recommend reviewing privacy settings, avoiding unnecessary permissions, and being careful about what is shared online.
